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The DL Darlington Postcode Area

The DL Darlington postcode area is located in the north-east of England, encompassing several towns and villages in County Durham and North Yorkshire. This area is known for its picturesque countryside, rich history, and thriving economy, making it an attractive place to live and visit.

The DL Darlington postcode area covers a significant portion of the town of Darlington, as well as several smaller towns and villages, including Richmond, Barnard Castle, Newton Aycliffe, and Bishop Auckland. The area has a population of around 200,000 people and is known for its friendly communities and welcoming atmosphere.

The town of Darlington is the largest urban area within the DL Darlington postcode area. It is a bustling market town with a rich industrial heritage, and it is home to a range of shops, restaurants, and cafes. The town is perhaps best known for its railway heritage, and it is home to the Darlington Railway Centre and Museum, which tells the story of the development of the railways in the north-east of England.

Richmond is another town within the DL Darlington postcode area that is worth a visit. It is a charming market town with a rich history dating back to the Norman conquest. The town is dominated by Richmond Castle, which was built in the 11th century and is now a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can take guided tours of the castle and learn about its fascinating history.

Barnard Castle is a historic market town that is located on the River Tees. It is home to the Bowes Museum, which is a world-renowned museum of art, design, and fashion. The museum houses a collection of over 15,000 objects, including paintings, ceramics, and textiles, and it is a must-visit for anyone interested in art and design.

Newton Aycliffe is a thriving town that is known for its strong economy and excellent transport links. It is home to a range of businesses, including Hitachi Rail, which has a train manufacturing facility in the town. The town is also home to a range of shops, restaurants, and cafes, as well as several parks and green spaces.

Bishop Auckland is another town within the DL Darlington postcode area that is worth a visit. It is a historic market town that is known for its connection to the Prince Bishops of Durham. The town is home to Auckland Castle, which was the residence of the Bishop of Durham for more than 900 years. The castle is now open to the public, and visitors can take guided tours of the grounds and learn about the castle's fascinating history.

Overall, the DL Darlington postcode area is a fantastic destination for anyone interested in history, culture, and natural beauty. With its range of attractions, including castles, museums, and parks, there is something for everyone in this beautiful part of the country.

The majority of DL is located in England's Yorkshire and the Humber Region.The Postcode Area covers the landscape areas of Durham Coalfield Pennine Fringe, Durham Magnesian Limestone Plateau, North Pennines, North York Moors and Cleveland Hills, Pennine Dales Fringe, Southern Magnesian Limestone, Tees Lowlands, Tyne and Wear Lowlands, Vale of Mowbray and Yorkshire Dales

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Neighbouring postcode areas include TS, LA, NE, DL, HG, CA, DH, BD and YO

The DL Postcode Area consists of 18 postcode districts numbered from 1 to 98 and 68 postcode sectors.

This postcode area is named after the letters DL found in Darlington

There are around 256,707 properties in the DL Postcode Area

The are about 13,337 postcodes in the DL area.

DL has an area of 3,424,643,055 metres squared, which makes it 998 times bigger than the smallest postcode area (WC West Central London) and 5 times smaller than the largest postcode area (IV Inverness) . It has a perimeter of 485,950 metres.

List of Postcode Districts in the DL Area

DL1 DARLINGTON (1,386 postcodes) DL2 Middleton St. George - DARLINGTON, Hurworth - DARLINGTON, Staindrop - DARLINGTON (783 postcodes) DL3 DARLINGTON (1,152 postcodes) DL4 SHILDON (301 postcodes) DL5 NEWTON AYCLIFFE, Aycliffe Business Park - NEWTON AYCLIFFE (798 postcodes) DL6 NORTHALLERTON, Brompton - NORTHALLERTON, Swainby - NORTHALLERTON (664 postcodes) DL7 North Cowton - NORTHALLERTON, NORTHALLERTON, Gatenby - NORTHALLERTON (756 postcodes) DL8 Newton Le Willows - BEDALE, BEDALE, Askrigg - LEYBURN, Middleham - LEYBURN, LEYBURN (1,145 postcodes) DL9 CATTERICK GARRISON (385 postcodes)

DL10 RICHMOND, Gilling West - RICHMOND, Middleton Tyas - RICHMOND, Brompton On Swale - RICHMOND (842 postcodes) DL11 Caldwell - RICHMOND, Hudswell - RICHMOND (452 postcodes) DL12 Middleton-in-Teesdale - BARNARD CASTLE, BARNARD CASTLE, Bowes - BARNARD CASTLE (722 postcodes) DL13 Westgate - BISHOP AUCKLAND, Stanhope - BISHOP AUCKLAND, Wolsingham - BISHOP AUCKLAND, Tow Law - BISHOP AUCKLAND, Butterknowle - BISHOP AUCKLAND (958 postcodes) DL14 Witton Le Wear - BISHOP AUCKLAND, BISHOP AUCKLAND, Coundon - BISHOP AUCKLAND, West Auckland - BISHOP AUCKLAND (1,166 postcodes) DL15 CROOK, Willington - CROOK (699 postcodes) DL16 SPENNYMOOR (587 postcodes) DL17 West Cornforth - FERRYHILL, Chilton - FERRYHILL, FERRYHILL (533 postcodes) DL98 (8 postcodes)

List of Towns in the DL Area

• Barnard Castle
• Bedale
• Bishop Auckland
• Crook
• Darlington
• Ferryhill
• Leyburn
• Middleham
• Newton Aycliffe
• Northallerton
• Richmond
• Shildon
• Spennymoor
• Stanhope
• Willington
• Wolsingham

List of Post Towns for the DL Sector

• BARNARD CASTLE County Durham
• BEDALE Yorkshire
• BISHOP AUCKLAND County Durham
• CATTERICK GARRISON Yorkshire
• CROOK County Durham
• DARLINGTON County Durham
• FERRYHILL County Durham
• LEYBURN Yorkshire
• NEWTON AYCLIFFE County Durham
• NORTHALLERTON Yorkshire
• RICHMOND Yorkshire
• SHILDON County Durham
• SPENNYMOOR County Durham