darlington DL6 Postcodes
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Darlington (DL6)
The DL6 postcode area is located in the Darlington postcode town region, within the county of North Yorkshire, and contains a total of 764 individual postcodes.
There are 65 electoral wards in the DL6 postcode area, including Barnard Castle, Bedale, Bishop Auckland, Catterick Garrison, Crook, Darlington, Ferryhill, Hawes, Leyburn, Newton Aycliffe, Northallerton, Richmond, Shildon, Spennymoor which come under the local authority of the Hambleton Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in DL6 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of DL6 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
DL6 postcode covers the Borough of Darlington in Teesside, England, and is part of the greater Durham postcode area. It includes the small towns of Shildon, Bishop Auckland and Cockfield as well as the city of Darlington itself. The postcode encompasses areas such as Haughton-le-Skerne, Stephenson Way, Abbey Road, Riverside Park and Cocker Beck.
The DL6 postcode is home to a wide variety of businesses and services, including schools, shops, medical and leisure facilities. It also contains residential areas with a variety of homes such as terraced houses, semi-detached, detached and flats. It is also home to a large industrial estate which includes car dealerships, storage facilities and furniture stores.
The DL6 postcode covers the town of Darlington itself, and is home to a number of well-known landmarks such as the market hall, Victoria Park, Darlington Hippodrome Theatre and the A66 road. It is also home to the Darlington Arena, a large, purpose-built, water-themed leisure facility. The area is renowned for its historical roots, with its well-preserved Georgian town centre home to a number of historic buildings and attractions.
DL6 also includes a number of churches and other places of worship including St Cuthbert's Church, St Mark's Church and St Stephen's Church in Harrowgate Hill. There are also a number of pubs, clubs and takeaways in the area, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. There are also several supermarkets, retail outlets and restaurants in the postcode area.
DL6 is connected to other areas of the Durham region via the A66 road, the A67 road, the A688 road and the A689 road. The main railway line in the postcode is the Darlington railway station, which provides regular direct services to the North East as well as other towns and cities across the UK. It is also connected to the A1(M) motorway, providing direct access into the North East region.
Demographics
North Yorkshire
DL6 is located in the county of North Yorkshire, in England.
North Yorkshire has a total population of 1,145,700, making it the 14th largest county in the UK.
North Yorkshire has a total area of 3341 square miles, and a population density of 132 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | DL6 |
| Postal Town | Darlington |
| MSOA Name | Hambleton 004 |
| LSOA Name | Hambleton 004C |
| County | North Yorkshire |
| Region | North Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Hambleton |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
DL6 Electoral Wards
The postal region of DL6, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, May 13, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.