Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

THE BROADWAY SOUTH, DL1 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BROADWAY SOUTH, DL1 1DB.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL1 1DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DL1 1DB's 62% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 2.6% year-on-year.

home £116,500 median price shield Safety 1/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL1 1DB is a mixed residential area on The Broadway South, 0.2km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.

For families considering a move, DL1 1DB represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00188184 (shared with 5 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 DL1 1DB. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 104,000

4 sales · Mean £ 102,500

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

Crime around DL1 1DB is moderate at 71 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 offences72
Anti-social behaviour58
Shoplifting43
Criminal damage and arson32
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Heathfield Primary School

Good411 pupils0.4 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good359 pupils0.7 km
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Red Hall Primary School

Good214 pupils0.9 km
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St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Good542 pupils0.9 km
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Firthmoor Primary School

Good308 pupils1.3 km
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St John's Church of England Academy

Outstanding249 pupils1.3 km
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The Rydal Academy

Good615 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Booker0.3 km
  • One Stop0.7 km
  • Premier News Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Seasons Express0.9 km
  • CraftworkGB0.8 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Bibi's Bakery0.5 km
  • Greggs Of Gosforth0.5 km
  • Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Easyprep0.5 km
  • Simo's Pizza0.9 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Lexington0.9 km
  • KFC0.5 km
  • Loom Cafe0.4 km
  • The Range Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Baxterstorey0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • Lidl0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travelodge0.8 km
  • Linwood House1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Wheatsheaf0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darlington1.8 km
  • North Road2.5 km
  • Dinsdale3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Allington Way0.0 km
  • Lingfield Point0.1 km
  • The Beehive0.2 km
  • Teal Road0.2 km
  • Lingfield Point0.2 km