darlington DL12 Postcodes

Darlington (DL12)

The DL12 postcode area is located in the Darlington postcode town region, within the county of Durham, and contains a total of 830 individual postcodes.

There are 105 electoral wards in the DL12 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 County Durham Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in DL12 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 DL12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

DL12 is a postcode district in the Darlington area of County Durham, England. It includes the towns of Piercebridge, Gainford and part of the village of Bishop Auckland.

DL12 postcode is located to the north of Darlington and covers a total area of 22.8 square miles, with a population of 7,352 as estimated in 2020. It is bordered by the DL13 postcode district to the north, the DL11 to the east and the DL2 and TS28 postcode districts to the south.

At the heart of the postcode district lies the market town of Piercebridge, located on the River Tees. The town has a history dating back to the Roman era and is known for its medieval bridge, the only remaining bridge of its kind in Britain. A number of nearby historical sites, such as the monumental ruins of the Bishop Auckland Castle and its nearby pleasure grounds, can be explored by visitors wishing to experience the past.

Gainford is a smaller village east of Piercebridge at the foot of the Pennine range, and is home to two Grade I listed houses: Walworth Castle and Mount Grace Priory. This village and nearby bridges are popular destinations for cyclists and walkers.

Parts of Bishop Auckland located in DL12 are served by Bishop Auckland railway station, providing access to Newcastle and Sunderland on the East Coast Mainline. Bus services within the area are also provided by Arriva North East and ConnexionsBuses connecting smaller villages such as Wackerfield and Etherley Dene to Darlington and Durham city centre.

Within DL12 town centres, a range of retail services, as well as restaurants, cafes, and pubs can be found. Entertainment options for the whole family can be found in the Durham Dales Centre, located a short drive away from Piercebridge. There are a few supermarkets located in the postcode, such as Aldi and Tesco, and some supermarkets deliver in the area.

DL12 is a picturesque area with an abundance of wildlife and spectacular landscapes. Outdoor pursuits are becoming increasingly popular with the area's undulating terrain and the open spaces of the Cow Green and Highforce reservoirs to explore. The nearby Killhope Lead Miners Museum provides insight into the area's rich mining heritage.

With a mix of recreational activities, history and an abundance of scenic walks and trails, the DL12 area provides a great day out of leisure or exploration.

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