DL7 0DS is a mixed residential area located 1.0km from East Cowton in Hambleton. Administratively it sits within Morton-on-Swale & Appleton Wiske ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.
For families considering a move, DL7 0DS represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, 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.
Census 2021 statistics for DL7 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00140473 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DL7 0DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL7 0DS.
201
46
£ 44,600 /yr
58%
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
DL7 0DS is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 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 DL7 0DS. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
school Local Schools
East Cowton Church of England Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dinsdale10.1 km
- Darlington10.5 km
- Teesside Airport11.5 km
Bus Stops
- The Old Station0.0 km
- The Old Station0.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DL70DS · Data under Open Government Licence