Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

PEACEFUL VALLEY, DL2 2DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PEACEFUL VALLEY, DL2 2DB.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /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: DL2 2DB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DL2 2DB combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£95k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

DL2 2DB is a sought-after residential area on Peaceful Valley, 0.2km from Hurworth Place in Hurworth-on-Tees. Administratively it sits within Hurworth ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL2, DL2 2DB offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 2DB are sourced from Output Area E00062225 (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 2DB. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 95,000

1 sales · Mean £ 95,000

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

DL2 2DB has low crime rates — 20 incidents 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 offences12
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft5
Public order4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Hurworth School

Good667 pupils0.5 km
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Croft Church of England Primary School

Good114 pupils0.9 km
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Hurworth Primary School

Good219 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Rockliffe Hall Hotel & Golf Club0.5 km
  • The Croft Hotel0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Mustard Tree1.0 km
  • Linden Court0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Hurworth Community Association0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Croft W.M.C.0.1 km
  • The Pharmacy0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darlington4.2 km
  • North Road6.0 km
  • Dinsdale6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Oxford Garage0.1 km
  • Oxford Garage0.1 km
  • Avon Road0.3 km
  • Avon Road0.3 km
  • The Comet0.3 km