DL1 1DE is a mixed residential area on Falcon Road, 0.3km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL1 1DE represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 79 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £129k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00062250 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FALCON ROAD, DL1 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FALCON ROAD, DL1 1DE.
315
41
£ 35,500 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL1 1DE 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DL1 1DE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (41) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1DE. The average age is 41.1. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 120,000
3 sales · Mean £ 119,666
Terraced
£ 126,000
2 sales · Mean £ 126,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1DE is moderate at 79 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
St Aidan's Church of England Academy
Red Hall Primary School
Firthmoor Primary School
St John's Church of England Academy
The Rydal Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Tasties0.5 km
- Bibi's Bakery0.5 km
- Greggs Of Gosforth0.5 km
- Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Yarm Road Fish And Chips0.5 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Booker0.3 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Premier News Food And Wine0.9 km
- Seasons Express0.9 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
- Linwood House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Baxterstorey0.4 km
- KFC0.5 km
- Loom Cafe0.5 km
- The Range Coffee Shop0.6 km
- Eggleston Catering Services At Magnet0.6 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- Iceland0.5 km
- Lidl0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.7 km
- North Road2.4 km
- Dinsdale3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Allington Way0.1 km
- Lingfield Point0.1 km
- Lingfield Point0.2 km
- Teal Road0.2 km
- Teal Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11DE · Data under Open Government Licence