DL1 1BL is a mixed residential area on Kestrel Close, 0.2km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL1 1BL represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £85k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00062252 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KESTREL CLOSE, DL1 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KESTREL CLOSE, DL1 1BL.
273
42
£ 35,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL1 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL1 1BL spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (42) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1BL. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 85,000
1 sales · Mean £ 85,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1BL is moderate at 83 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
Heathfield Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Firthmoor Primary School
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
Red Hall Primary School
St John's Church of England Academy
The Rydal Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Tasties0.4 km
- Bibi's Bakery0.5 km
- Greggs Of Gosforth0.4 km
- Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Yarm Road Fish And Chips0.3 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Booker0.5 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Premier News Food And Wine0.7 km
- Seasons Express0.9 km
- Geneva Express0.7 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.7 km
- Linwood House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Baxterstorey0.6 km
- Hudson Catering Ltd0.9 km
- Firthmoor Community Kitchen1.0 km
- KFC0.3 km
- Loom Cafe0.6 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Iceland0.4 km
- Lidl0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.8 km
- North Road2.7 km
- Dinsdale3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lingfield Green0.1 km
- Teal Road0.1 km
- Teal Road0.1 km
- Lingfield Green0.1 km
- Malim Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11BL · Data under Open Government Licence