DL2 3XD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Cleatlam Lane, 0.7km from Staindrop in Staindrop. Administratively it sits within Barnard Castle East ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DL2 3XD are sourced from Output Area E00105908 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLEATLAM LANE, DL2 3XD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLEATLAM LANE, DL2 3XD.
309
49
£ 37,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 49, DL2 3XD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL2 3XD. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL2 3XD has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Staindrop Academy
Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Country Teashop0.8 km
- L S Catering0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Millstone House B&B0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Cronin's News0.8 km
- Spar0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Staindrop Masonic Hall0.4 km
- Wheatsheaf Inn0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bishop Auckland12.4 km
- Shildon12.5 km
- Newton Aycliffe14.9 km
Bus Stops
- Cleatlam Lane outside school0.1 km
- School0.1 km
- Sudburn Avenue0.1 km
- Sudburn Avenue0.1 km
- Cleatlam Lane End0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL23XD · Data under Open Government Licence