Postcode Analysis Hambleton, Yorkshire and The Humber

MILLFIELD CRESCENT, DL6 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILLFIELD CRESCENT, DL6 1AY.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 49,400 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL6 1AY 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.

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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Average age 57, 93% owned. DL6 1AY is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 14.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL6 1AY is a sought-after residential area on Millfield Crescent, 1.1km from Northallerton in Northallerton. Administratively it sits within Romanby ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL6, DL6 1AY offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 57 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 93% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £257k, down 14.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DL6 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00140562 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL6 1AY. The average age is 56.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 285,000

5 sales · Mean £ 269,000

Semi-Detached

£ 210,000

5 sales · Mean £ 212,300

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DL6 1AY has low crime rates — 26 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.

Violence and sexual offences27
Anti-social behaviour24
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order5
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Mill Hill Primary School

Good0.4 km
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Broomfield School

Requires Improvement198 pupils0.7 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy

Good86 pupils0.8 km
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Hambleton/Richmondshire Pupil Referral Service

Good8 pupils1.0 km
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Applegarth Primary School

Good277 pupils1.0 km
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Alverton Primary School

Good271 pupils1.4 km
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Northallerton School & Sixth Form College

Good1060 pupils1.5 km
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Romanby Primary School

Good271 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • GB News0.9 km
  • Beau Cocoa1.0 km
  • Card Factory0.9 km
  • Cooplands0.9 km
  • Cravens Foodstore Ltd0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Katch1.0 km
  • Club Amadeus0.9 km
  • Nags Head0.7 km
  • Northallerton Bowling Club0.7 km
  • The Sportsmans0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Elmscott0.7 km
  • Station Hotel1.0 km
  • The Golden Lion Hotel0.9 km
  • Windsor Guest House0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • 1882 Cafe And Bistro1.0 km
  • Bettys Cafe/Tearooms0.9 km
  • Bianco Ristorante0.7 km
  • Caffe Nero0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • 4 Season1.0 km
  • Fatso's Filling Station0.7 km
  • HK Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Jubilee Chop Suey House0.9 km
  • Northallerton Pizzeria0.9 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northallerton1.1 km
  • Thirsk12.1 km
  • Yarm19.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Millfield Avenue0.1 km
  • Millfield Avenue0.1 km
  • Prospect View0.2 km
  • Prospect View0.2 km
  • St James Drive0.4 km