DL1 1DG is a mixed residential area on Heron Drive, 0.4km from Lingfield in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Red Hall & Lingfield ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL1 1DG represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL1 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00062250 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HERON DRIVE, DL1 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HERON DRIVE, DL1 1DG.
315
41
£ 35,500 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL1 1DG 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL1 1DG spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (41) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL1 1DG. 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
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 130,750
6 sales · Mean £ 137,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL1 1DG is moderate at 64 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
Firthmoor Primary School
St John's Church of England Academy
Red Hall Primary School
The Rydal Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Booker0.5 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- Premier News Food And Wine0.7 km
- Seasons Express0.7 km
- J & LC Clark Chemist0.3 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Roxby Court Sheltered Housing Kitchen1.0 km
- Baxterstorey0.6 km
- Eggleston Catering Services At Magnet0.7 km
- Geneva Road Evangelical Baptist Church0.7 km
- Toby Carvery0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Bibi's Bakery0.3 km
- Greggs Of Gosforth0.3 km
- Yarm Road Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Yarm Road Fish And Chips0.3 km
- Dragon Place1.0 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
- Linwood House0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.2 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.3 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- Lidl0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.6 km
- North Road2.5 km
- Dinsdale3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Teal Road0.1 km
- Teal Road0.1 km
- The Wheatsheaf0.2 km
- St Herbert's Church0.2 km
- The Wheatsheaf0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL11DG · Data under Open Government Licence