DL2 3SR is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Piercebridge in Richmondshire. Administratively it sits within North Richmondshire ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.
For families considering a move, DL2 3SR represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DL2 3SR are sourced from Output Area E00141370 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DL2 3SR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL2 3SR.
296
50
£ 50,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL2 3SR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DL2 3SR is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL2 3SR. The average age is 50.0. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
DL2 3SR has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Piercebridge Farm Organics0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Fox Hole0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road8.2 km
- Darlington8.8 km
- Heighington9.7 km
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Postcode Profile: DL23SR · Data under Open Government Licence