DL2 1DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.2km from Black Banks in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Eastbourne ward and the Darlington constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, DL2 1DL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 95 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DL2 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00062117 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DL2 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL2 1DL.
268
36
£ 34,600 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL2 1DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 61% social renting, DL2 1DL is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL2 1DL. The average age is 36.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL2 1DL is above average at 95 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St John's Church of England Academy
Firthmoor Primary School
The Rydal Academy
Skerne Park Academy
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Nisa0.6 km
- Nisa0.9 km
- Toor Stores0.7 km
- Superdrug0.9 km
- Darlington Boxing And Martial Arts Academy0.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Tawny Owl0.6 km
- The Copper Beech0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- DMP Arena Trading Ltd0.0 km
- Roxby Court Sheltered Housing Kitchen1.0 km
- T/A Andrews Butcher0.0 km
- Doughlicious0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Firthmoor Fisheries0.9 km
- Dragon Place1.0 km
- Salt Takeaway0.0 km
- Crusty's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.6 km
- North Road3.4 km
- Dinsdale4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Arena0.2 km
- Arena0.2 km
- Hildon Drive0.4 km
- Brankin Road0.4 km
- Brankin Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DL21DL · Data under Open Government Licence