DL9 3AE is a well-regarded residential area located 0.9km from Hipswell in Catterick Garrison. Administratively it sits within Hipswell & Colburn ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 70% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL9 3AE are sourced from Output Area E00141343 (shared with 36 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DL9 3AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL9 3AE.
556
26
£ 45,300 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL9 3AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
At 70% private renter occupancy, DL9 3AE is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 26).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL9 3AE. The average age is 25.8. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL9 3AE is moderate at 70 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
Catterick Garrison, Wavell Community Infant School
Wavell Community Junior School
Carnagill Community Primary School
Risedale School
Hipswell Church of England Primary School
Cambrai Primary School
Catterick Garrison, Le Cateau Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- H'Evanly Cakes0.9 km
- Kandy Kreations0.4 km
- Poundland Ltd0.2 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Foxglove (Hungry Horse)0.2 km
- Louis Bar1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- KFC0.2 km
- Risedale Sports \& Community College0.8 km
- Asha Tandoori0.5 km
- Costa Coffee0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland Foods Limited0.2 km
- Tesco0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Delish0.3 km
- Happy House0.4 km
- Plumer Road Fisheries0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northallerton19.2 km
- Darlington19.7 km
Bus Stops
- St Oswalds Crossroads0.2 km
- St Oswalds Crossroads0.2 km
- Dane Road0.2 km
- Dane Road0.2 km
- Shute Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL93AE · Data under Open Government Licence