DL2 encompasses Darlington's postal district in County Durham, showing modest growth metrics across key indicators. Over the past five years, property prices have appreciated at 1.8% compound annual growth rate, while rental yields have expanded more robustly at 4.2% CAGR, suggesting stronger demand from tenants than buyers. Population growth recorded 1.0% over the same period, indicating relatively stable demographic trends. The district holds a trajectory score of 46.4 out of 100, positioning it at the 29th percentile nationally, reflecting average performance compared to other UK postcodes. Market activity remains characterised by latent gentrification potential, though current data points to incremental rather than accelerated change in property values and rental dynamics.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 1.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.0% per year
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What's changing in Darlington · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.2 points this month to 47/100, driven mainly by risk.
57 planning applications submitted in DL2 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes proposing 1,200 homes, 2 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Application for reserved matters approval relating to access, layout, scale, appearance & landscaping attached to outline planning permission 15/00450/OUT dated 31/10/2018 (Outline application for residential development comprising approximately 1200 dwellings, residential and link roads, public open space, landscaping and drainage works together with education and playing fields) for the erection of 8 No. residential dwellings with associated landscaping and infrastructureJan 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Approval of details reserved by condition 4 (screw piles) attached to planning permission 24/01192/FUL dated 25 Feb 26 (Demolition of existing single storey and two storey rear flat roof extensions, erection of part single storey, part two storey extension to the rear and side elevation incorporating glazed roof lantern, log burner with flue and external patio canopy, installation of roof light to existing rear roof slope, and removal of 1 No. Cherry tree (T4-A1) protected by virtue of being in a conservation area to facilitate the erection of a detached outbuilding within rear garden for use as a home office/gym/workshop)Jun 2026 · pending
- Determination as to whether prior approval is required for the demolition of Tiplady Lodge and Armstrong House aparthotel buildingsJun 2026 · pending
Darlington (DL2) common questions
Is Darlington up and coming?
Darlington (DL2) has a trajectory score of 47/100 (Average), placing it in the top 70% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 6.4 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Darlington safe?
Darlington has a safety score of 35/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Darlington?
The average property price in Darlington (DL2) is £175k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Darlington?
The median monthly rent in Darlington (DL2) is £830 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Darlington?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Darlington (DL3), Darlington (DL1), Shildon (DL4), Richmond (DL10), Stockton-On-Tees (TS21). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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