DL6 1AL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Borrowby Avenue, 1.2km from Northallerton in Northallerton. Administratively it sits within Northallerton South ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL6, DL6 1AL offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £442k.
Census 2021 statistics for DL6 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00189898 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BORROWBY AVENUE, DL6 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BORROWBY AVENUE, DL6 1AL.
108
60
£ 0 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL6 1AL 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
DL6 1AL is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 87% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £442k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL6 1AL. The average age is 59.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 346,000
4 sales · Mean £ 351,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL6 1AL has low crime rates — 23 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
Mill Hill Primary School
Broomfield School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Hambleton/Richmondshire Pupil Referral Service
Applegarth Primary School
Alverton Primary School
Northallerton School & Sixth Form College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- GB News0.8 km
- Cravens Foodstore Ltd0.6 km
- J. Thompson Butcher1.0 km
- M&Co Trading Limited1.0 km
- Nick Mitchinson Greengrocer0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Elmscott0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Nags Head0.9 km
- Northallerton Bowling Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Bianco Ristorante0.9 km
- Everyman Cinema Northallerton0.9 km
- Governors House0.9 km
- Joe Cornish - Gallery Cafe1.0 km
- South Side Coffee House1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fatso's Filling Station0.9 km
- HK Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Jubilee Chop Suey House0.8 km
- Northallerton Pizzeria0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northallerton1.3 km
- Thirsk12.1 km
- Yarm19.7 km
Bus Stops
- Valley Road0.3 km
- Valley Road0.3 km
- Millfield Avenue0.3 km
- Prospect View0.3 km
- Prospect View0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL61AL · Data under Open Government Licence