Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

DL2 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL2 1DN.

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Population

306

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL2 1DN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 39, DL2 1DN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL2 1DN is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from Over Dinsdale in Middleton St George. Administratively it sits within Sadberge & Middleton St George ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

For families considering a move, DL2 1DN represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00062261 (shared with 17 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 DL2 1DN. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

DL2 1DN has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences4
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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St. George's Church of England Academy

Outstanding415 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Dinsdale Spa \& Golf Club0.4 km
  • Dinsdale Court0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dinsdale1.7 km
  • Teesside Airport3.9 km
  • Darlington5.0 km