Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

DL2 1DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL2 1DJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

306

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL2 1DJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

DL2 1DJ is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL2 1DJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Over Dinsdale in Middleton St George. Administratively it sits within Sadberge & Middleton St George ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

For families considering a move, DL2 1DJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00062261 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL2 1DJ. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DL2 1DJ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5
Other crime1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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St. George's Church of England Academy

Outstanding415 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Devonport1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Dinsdale Spa \& Golf Club0.9 km
  • Dinsdale Court0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dinsdale1.4 km
  • Teesside Airport3.4 km
  • Darlington5.4 km