DL2 2XD is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Kennard Road, 0.6km from Branksome in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Brinkburn & Faverdale ward and the Darlington constituency.
For renters and young professionals, DL2 2XD offers an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At just 28 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 88 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £284k, up 43.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL2 2XD are sourced from Output Area E00174205 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KENNARD ROAD, DL2 2XD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KENNARD ROAD, DL2 2XD.
364
28
£ 49,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DL2 2XD — age 28, 40% ownership, 42% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (28) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 43.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL2 2XD. The average age is 27.8. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 321,950
10 sales · Mean £ 326,510
Semi-Detached
£ 189,950
3 sales · Mean £ 193,850
Terraced
£ 236,175
2 sales · Mean £ 236,175
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL2 2XD is moderate at 88 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.
school Local Schools
West Park Academy
Mount Pleasant Primary School
Wyvern Academy
St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Marchbank Free School
Mowden Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- One Stop0.7 km
- Branksome Booze0.7 km
- B\& M Stores0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Deacon0.8 km
- The White Heifer That Travelled0.6 km
- Darlington Quoit Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Amari0.9 km
- Angie's Kitchen0.9 km
- Cactus Kitchen0.6 km
- Akbar The Great0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China House0.9 km
- Cooplands0.6 km
- Pizza Guys0.9 km
- Captain Wok Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- La Pizza0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Marks And Spencer PLC0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road2.7 km
- Darlington4.0 km
- Heighington5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Thomas Sopwith Way0.1 km
- West Park Hospital0.2 km
- Holderness Drive0.2 km
- Browdie Road0.2 km
- Holderness Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL22XD · Data under Open Government Licence