18,242TOTAL POPULATION
8,202HOUSEHOLDS
3.2%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£39,000AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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DL8 POSTCODE REGION

Darlington (DL8)

The DL8 postcode area is located in the Darlington postcode town region, within the county of North Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1266 individual postcodes.

There are 182 electoral wards in the DL8 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, 22% of people in DL8 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 DL8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


DL8 is the postcode for several parts of North Yorkshire, England. It covers parts of the district of Richmondshire, which includes the towns of Richmond, Catterick, Reeth and Wensley.

DL8 covers the far western end of North Yorkshire, situated close to the border with Cumbria. Major roads running through the area include the A1(M) motorway, which connects the area to the major cities of Leeds, York, and Newcastle upon Tyne.

The area enjoys a rich history and is known for its attractive countryside. It is situated within the Richmondshire District of North Yorkshire, with notable nearby attractions including Richmond Castle, the River Swale, and the spectacular Fremington Hills.

Richmond, the main town covered by the DL8 postcode, is steeped in history and is home to many historical sites including part of the Roman wall and the Georgian Theatre Royal. The town is also home to Richmond Castle, the oldest and largest surviving fortress in Yorkshire.

The Swale Valley is one of the greatest natural wonders of Richmondshire, offering stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The Upper and Lower Swale valleys are designated as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while the nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park is one of the best places for a scenic walk.

There is also plenty to do in DL8, with a range of events and attractions on offer throughout the year. Music events, independent film screenings, and farmers' markets are some of the many local activities, while easily accessible towns in the area include Leyburn, Bedale and Northallerton.

DL8 also boasts a wide range of amenities for residents, including shops, pubs, restaurants, and leisure centres. The area is home to some impressive places of worship, including Richmond Congregational Church, St Mary's Church, and The Minster.

DL8 is a truly beautiful area of North Yorkshire, with plenty of attractions and activities for local residents and visitors alike. It is home to some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the area, as well as a range of amenities and facilities for those who live nearby.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 93%WORKING
  • 7%UNEMPLOYED

7% of people in DL8 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 22%AB
  • 59%C2/C2
  • 19%DE

According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 96%WHITE
  • 4%NON-WHITE

96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

DL8North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire

The county of North Yorkshire

DL8 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.

North Yorkshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeDL8
Postal TownDarlington
MSOA NameHambleton 006
LSOA NameHambleton 006B
CountyNorth Yorkshire
RegionNorth Yorkshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityHambleton
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

DL8 Electoral Wards

The postal region of DL8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Agglethorpe
Ainderby Quernhow
Ainderby Steeple
Aiskew
Angram Reservoir
Apedale Beck
Appersett
Arrathorne
Askrigg
Aysgarth
Bain (river)
Bainbridge
Barden
Beckermonds
Bedale
Bedale Beck
Bellerby
Binsoe
Blades
Braidley
Buckden
Burn (river)
Burneston
Burrill
Burtersett
Burton Beck
Caldbergh
Camp Hill
Carlton
Carperby
Carthorpe
Castle Bolton
Catterick
Colburn
Colsterdale
Constable Burton
Cotterdale
Countersett
Cover
Coverham
Cowling
Hambleton
Crackpot
Cray
Cubeck
Danby Wiske
Deepdale
Downholme
Duerley Beck
East Appleton
East Hauxwell
East Scrafton
East Witton
Ellerton
Ellingstring
Exelby
Fearby
Feetham
Finghall
Firby
Foxup
Gammersgill
Garriston
Gatenby
Gayle
Gollinglith Foot
Grange
Great Crakehall
Great Fencote
Great Langton
Grewelthorpe
Grinton
Gunnerside
Hackforth
Halton Gill
Hardraw
Harmby
Hawes
Healey
Helm
High Birkwith
High Ellington
High Shaw
Hipswell
Hornby
Horsehouse
Hubberholme
Hunton
Hutton Hang
Ilton
Ivelet
Kex Beck
Kiplin
Kirkbridge
Kirkby Fleetham
Kirklington
Langthorne
Leeming
Leeming Bar
Leighton
Leighton Reservoir
Leyburn
Little Crakehall
Little Fencote
Lodge Green
Londonderry
Low Ellington
Low Row
Low Whita
Marrick
Marsett
Masham
Melmerby
Melmerby
Mickley
Middleham
Middleton Quernhow
Morton-on-Swale
Muker
Nappa Scar
Newbiggin
Newbiggin
Newton-le-Willows
North Stainley
Nosterfield
Nunwick Beck
Oughtershaw
Oxnop Beck
Patrick Brompton
Pickhill
Preston-under-Scar
Redmire
Rookwith
Roundhill Reservoir
Satron
Scar House Reservoir
Scotton
Scruton
Sedbusk
Simonstone
Sinderby
Snape
Spennithorne
Spring End
Stainton
Stalling Busk
Streetlam
Sutton Howgrave
Swale
Swinithwaite
Swinton
Theakston
Thirn
Thoralby
Thornborough
Thornton Rust
Thornton Steward
Thornton Watlass
Thrintoft
Thwaite
Tunstall
Ulshaw
Ure
Walden
Walden Beck
Walden Head
Walkerville
Warlaby
Warthermarske
Wath
Well
Wensley
West Appleton
West Burton
West Scrafton
West Tanfield
West Witton
Whity Gill
Woodale
Woodhall
Worton
Yafforth
Yockenthwaite
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