DL2 2SR is a sought-after residential area on South Parade, 0.2km from Croft in Richmondshire. Administratively it sits within North Richmondshire ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL2, DL2 2SR offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. 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 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £535k. 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 2SR are sourced from Output Area E00141325 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH PARADE, DL2 2SR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH PARADE, DL2 2SR.
324
43
£ 50,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL2 2SR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DL2 2SR combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£535k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL2 2SR. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 535,000
2 sales · Mean £ 535,000
Detached
£ 362,500
1 sales · Mean £ 362,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DL2 2SR has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Croft Church of England Primary School
Hurworth School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Croft W.M.C.0.5 km
- The Pharmacy0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Croft Hotel0.1 km
- Rockliffe Hall Hotel & Golf Club1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Linden Court0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington4.2 km
- North Road6.0 km
- Dinsdale6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Croft Spa0.2 km
- Croft Spa0.2 km
- The Comet0.3 km
- The Comet0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL22SR · Data under Open Government Licence