Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

DL2 2JG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL2 2JG.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL2 2JG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DL2 2JG combines high owner-occupation (81%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DL2 2JG is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Hurworth Place in Hurworth-on-Tees. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Hurworth ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

Day-to-day life in DL2 2JG has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 2JG are sourced from Output Area E00062233 (shared with 13 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 2JG. The average age is 54.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

DL2 2JG has low crime rates — 18 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 behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences8
Public order2
Burglary2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Hurworth School

Good667 pupils0.0 km
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Hurworth Primary School

Good219 pupils0.9 km
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Croft Church of England Primary School

Good114 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Rockliffe Hall Hotel & Golf Club0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bay Horse0.8 km
  • Hurworth Community Association0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Croft W.M.C.0.6 km
  • The Pharmacy0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Mustard Tree0.5 km
  • Linden Court0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darlington4.1 km
  • Dinsdale5.9 km
  • North Road5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Elmfield Road0.2 km
  • Avon Road0.2 km
  • Elmfield Road0.2 km
  • Avon Road0.2 km
  • Oxford Garage0.5 km