Is DL2 1NT a safe place to live?

Yes, DL2 1NT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 30 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of DL2 1NT?

The population for the DL2 1NT area is approximately 374 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

DL2 1NT House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

374

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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2/10

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5/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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7/10

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8/10

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Area Character

DL2 1NT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL2 1NT is a safe, established residential area located 1.0km from Goosepool in Middleton St George. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Sadberge & Middleton St George ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

Day-to-day life in DL2 1NT has the character of a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 1NT are sourced from Output Area E00188216 (shared with 37 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 1NT. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean1.1%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

DL2 1NT has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9

Criminal damage and arson3

Public order3

Other theft3

Anti-social behaviour1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Teesside Airport0.6 km
Dinsdale2.5 km
Allens West4.4 km

Bus Stops

Terminal Building0.3 km
Durham Tees Valley Airport0.3 km
Durham Tees Valley Airport0.3 km
Middleton St George Hospital0.5 km
Middleton St George Hospital0.5 km