DL4 1AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Shildon in Shildon. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Shildon and Dene Valley ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.
Day-to-day life in DL4 1AF has the character of 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 daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 99 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 DL4 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00105760 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DL4 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL4 1AF.
233
50
£ 30,200 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL4 1AF 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
DL4 1AF has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 50-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 DL4 1AF. The average age is 49.9. 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)
Crime around DL4 1AF is above average at 99 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
Thornhill Primary School
Timothy Hackworth Primary School
St John's Church of England Aided Primary School, Shildon
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Cheapside Chemists0.6 km
- Milligans0.3 km
- Kellys Cards & Gifts0.5 km
- Xpress Stores0.6 km
- Hancock & Ainsley0.2 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Shildon AFC0.2 km
- Shildon Masonic Hall0.7 km
- Elm Road Workingmens Club & Institute Ltd0.5 km
- The Red Lion0.4 km
- The Three Tuns0.3 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Red Chilli0.4 km
- The Corner Cafe0.3 km
- Sarah’s Plaice0.7 km
- Cape to Cairo0.8 km
- The Canteen Bar and Kitchen0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Spice Island0.0 km
- Uno Pizza0.4 km
- Main Place0.0 km
- Karens Plaice1.0 km
- Anisha0.4 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative Food0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shildon1.1 km
- Bishop Auckland3.2 km
- Newton Aycliffe4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Main Street0.1 km
- Main Street0.1 km
- Hippodrome0.2 km
- Hippodrome0.2 km
- St Johns Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL41AF · Data under Open Government Licence