Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

THE MEADOWS, DL2 3XB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MEADOWS, DL2 3XB.

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Population

229

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 37,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL2 3XB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

DL2 3XB is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DL2 3XB is a safe, established residential area on The Meadows, 0.4km from Staindrop in Staindrop. Administratively it sits within Barnard Castle East ward and the Bishop Auckland constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 45 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 3XB are sourced from Output Area E00105909 (shared with 8 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 3XB. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 179,975

2 sales · Mean £ 179,975

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

DL2 3XB has low crime rates — 41 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 offences24
Anti-social behaviour8
Burglary3
Public order2
Drugs2

school Local Schools

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Staindrop Academy

Good367 pupils0.3 km
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Staindrop CofE (Controlled) Primary School

Outstanding164 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Country Teashop0.5 km
  • L S Catering0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Millstone House B&B0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Cronin's News0.5 km
  • Spar0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Staindrop Masonic Hall0.2 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bishop Auckland12.1 km
  • Shildon12.2 km
  • Newton Aycliffe14.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Masonic Hall0.1 km
  • Masonic Hall0.1 km
  • Cleatlam Lane End0.2 km
  • Sudburn Avenue0.2 km
  • Sudburn Avenue0.2 km