DL12 8LZ is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (DL12) is called the outward code. The part after the space (8LZ) is called the inward code. The letters C, I, K, M, O and V are not allowed in the inward code. In addition to the inward and outward code, the postcode can be broken up into four parts:
- Postal Area. In our case DL which means Darlington.
- Postal District. In our case DL12.
- Postal Sector. In our case DL12 8.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case LZ.
The regional mail center for the post area DL is the Yorkshire Distribution Centre, which is located at Silkstone House, Express Way, Wakefield Europort, NORMANTON, WF6 2XX.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the DL12 8LZ postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is . Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
The properties in the DL12 8LZ postcode have the street address of Horsemarket.
A close-knit community! The 2021 Census indicates that only 14 individuals call the DL12 8LZ postcode their home.
DL12 8LZ is within the town of Barnard Castle.
The DL12 8LZ postcode area is composed of 33.33% residential properties, 66.67% commercial properties, and 0% public properties.
According to our data. There is an equal mix of flats and houses in DL12 8LZ. Of these flats, most are mid-terraced. The remainder are detached and semi-detached. Of these houses, most are semi-detached. The remainder are end-terraced and mid-terraced. Of these maisonettes, most are mid-terraced.
Most properties in DL12 8LZ are privately rented with the rest being owned by the occupiers.
None Domestic Buildings in DL12 8LZ fall under these categories: Shops and Food And Drink.
Shops include 12, 22, 26A, The Orchard 6, Britannia Bldg Soc 18, 20, The Crusty Loaf 8, The Orchard 10, 24, 2, and 8, Horsemarket.
Food And Drink include 26, Horsemarket.
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DL12 8LZ: Points of Interest
COSTA COFFEE
COSTA COFFEE is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at 26 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
The Orchard
The Orchard is a retail outlet located at 6 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
Firkin Alley
Firkin Alley is a social venue where you can enjoy drinks, meals, and entertainment located at Unit 2 Bakery Mews, 20 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
Chocolate Fayre
Chocolate Fayre is a retail outlet located at 10 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
The Stables Cafe / Restaurant
The Stables Cafe / Restaurant is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at 18 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
CroBar
CroBar is a social venue where you can enjoy drinks, meals, and entertainment located at 14 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
The Old Barnard Castle Curiosity Shop
The Old Barnard Castle Curiosity Shop is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at 22 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
CARD FACTORY
CARD FACTORY is a retail outlet located at 26b Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LZ.
| Property Type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Residential | 33.33% |
| Commercial | 66.67% |
| Public | 0% |
Telephone Area Code for DL12 8LZ
The telephone area code for DL12 8LZ is 01833 Barnard Castle.
Map Coordinates
| Latitude | 54.5437809248 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -1.92419522674 |
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Barnard Castle
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Fog | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 21.00% | NE 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Fog | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 21.00% | NE 11 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 9.00% | NE 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 6.00% | NE 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Overcast | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 10.00% | NE 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Overcast | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 11.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Overcast | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 11.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Overcast | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 11.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Fog | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 18.00% | NNE 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Fog | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 18.00% | NE 9 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Overcast | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 17.00% | NE 9 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Overcast | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 18.00% | NE 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Fog | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 19.00% | NE 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Overcast | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 14.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Overcast | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 13.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Overcast | 11.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 17.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Overcast | 11.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 16.00% | N 7 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Overcast | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 14.00% | NNE 9 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Overcast | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 14.00% | NNE 9 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Overcast | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 11.00% | N 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 8.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 10.00% | NNE 4 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 9.00% | NNW 4 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Overcast | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 12.00% | NW 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 7.00% | NW 4 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 8.00% | NNW 4 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 11.00% | WNW 7 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 14.00% | E 7 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 11.00% | ENE 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 11.00% | N 7 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 15.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 18.00% | WNW 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Light rain | 8.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 52.00% | NNW 4 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Light rain | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 52.00% | NE 7 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 20.00% | ENE 9 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Light rain shower (day) | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 45.00% | ENE 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Light rain | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 52.00% | NE 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Light rain | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 51.00% | NW 9 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
| Average Mbps | 52.800 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 54.200 |
| Maximum Mbps | 79.910 |
DL12 8LZ has an average download speed of 52.8 Megabits per second (Mbps).
1,532 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
30% of postcodes (352,523) have slower broadband speeds.
70% of postcodes (830,586) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
| Average Mbps | 12.300 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 14.900 |
| Maximum Mbps | 20.000 |
DL12 8LZ has an average upload speed of 12.3 Megabits per second (Mbps).
10,011 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
39% of postcodes (462,994) have slower upload speeds.
60% of postcodes (711,636) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
England Primary Schools
Green Lane Church of England Controlled Primary School
Address: Green Lane Church of England Controlled Primary School, Green Lane, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8LG
Distance: 0.62 miles
Contact:
Montalbo Nursery & Primary School
Address: Montalbo Nursery & Primary School, Fairfield Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8TN
Distance: 0.35 miles
Contact: 01833637718
St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Barnard Castle
Address: St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Barnard Castle, Birch Road, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8JR
Distance: 0.19 miles
Contact:
England Secondary Schools
Teesdale School and Sixth Form
Address: Teesdale School and Sixth Form, Prospect Place, Barnard Castle, DL12 8HH
Distance: 0.62 miles
Contact: 01833638166
Teesdale School
Address: Teesdale School, Prospect Place, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8HH
Distance: 0.62 miles
Contact:
Nearest Dentists
CASTLE DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 39 GALGATE, BARNARD CASTLE, COUNTY DURHAM, DL12 8EJ
Distance: 0.11 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL DEPARTMENT
Address: RICHARDSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, VICTORIA ROAD, BARNARD CASTLE, COUNTY DURHAM, DL12 8HW
Distance: 0.45 miles
Contact: :
WEYMOUTH DENTAL PRISON SERVICES
Address: BOWES ROAD, BARNARD CASTLE, COUNTY DURHAM, DL12 9BG
Distance: 0.50 miles
Contact: :
WEST AUCKLAND DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 26 FRONT STREET, WEST AUCKLAND, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 9HW
Distance: 10.16 miles
Contact: :
CTL DENTAL
Address: 59 NEWBIGGIN, RICHMOND, DL10 4DX
Distance: 12.15 miles
Contact: :
LION HOUSE (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: LION HOUSE, 6 POTTERGATE, RICHMOND, NORTH YORKSHIRE, DL10 4AB
Distance: 12.16 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Chemists
BOOTS
Address: 37-39 MARKET PLACE, BARNARD CASTLE, COUNTY DURHAM, DL12 8NE
Distance: 0.05 miles
Contact: tel: 01833 638151
DAY LEWIS PHARMACY
Address: 86 GALGATE, BARNARD CASTLE, DL12 8BJ
Distance: 0.25 miles
Contact: tel: 01833 637413
WHITWORTH CHEMIST
Address: 38 FRONT STREET, COCKFIELD, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL13 5DS
Distance: 6.67 miles
Contact: tel: 01388 718252
DAY LEWIS PHARMACY
Address: 19 MARKET PLACE, MIDDLETON-IN-TEESDALE, BARNARD CASTLE, COUNTY DURHAM, DL12 0QG
Distance: 8.48 miles
Contact: tel: 01833 640202
BISHOP AUCKLAND PHARMACY, ST HELEN
Address: 144 MELROSE DRIVE, ST. HELEN AUCKLAND, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 9DN
Distance: 10.65 miles
Contact: tel: 01388 604300
TESCO INSTORE PHARMACY
Address: ST HELEN AUCKLAND IND EST, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 9AB
Distance: 11.26 miles
Contact: tel: 03450 269626
Nearest Opticians
BARNARD CASTLE SPECSAVERS LIMITED
Address: 21 HORSEMARKET, BARNARD CASTLE, DL12 8LX
Distance: 0.04 miles
Contact: :
BAYFIELDS Z LTD OPTICIAN
Address: 12 MARKET PLACE, BARNARD CASTLE, COUNTY DURHAM, DL12 8ND
Distance: 0.09 miles
Contact: :
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Address: MAUDE TERRACE, ST. HELEN AUCKLAND, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 9BG
Distance: 11.14 miles
Contact: :
VISION EXPRESS AT TESCO (BISHOP AUCKLAND)
Address: TESCO EXTRA, ST. HELEN AUCKLAND, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 9AB
Distance: 11.26 miles
Contact: :
VISION EXPRESS (BISHOP AUCKLAND)
Address: UNIT 2 TINDALE CRESCENT RETAIL PARK, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 9TE
Distance: 11.48 miles
Contact: :
COOPER & LEATHERBARROW (RICHMOND)
Address: 17-19 FINKLE STREET, RICHMOND, NORTH YORKSHIRE, DL10 4QA
Distance: 12.21 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
BARNARD CASTLE SURGERY
Address: VICTORIA ROAD, BARNARD CASTLE, COUNTY DURHAM, DL12 8HT
Distance: 0.35 miles
Contact: tel: 01833 690707
BARNARD CASTLE SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2
Address: VICTORIA ROAD, BARNARD CASTLE, DL12 8HT
Distance: 0.35 miles
Contact: :
DOVECOTE STREET SURGERY
Address: STAINDROP, DARLINGTON, COUNTY DURHAM, DL2 3JT
Distance: 4.87 miles
Contact: tel: 01833 660342
PINFOLD MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: PINFOLD LANE, BUTTERKNOWLE, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL13 5NX
Distance: 6.72 miles
Contact: tel: 01388 718230
WOODVIEW MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: THE SURGERY, COCKFIELD, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL13 5AF
Distance: 6.77 miles
Contact: tel: 01388 718202
GAINFORD SURGERY
Address: MAIN ROAD, GAINFORD, DARLINGTON, COUNTY DURHAM, DL2 3BE
Distance: 7.74 miles
Contact: tel: 01325 730204
Transport Links
Train Stations
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Motorway Junctions
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Who are my Elected Representatives?
| Westminster Constituency | Bishop Auckland |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament | |
| Contact Details | Contact Sam Rushworth |
| Political Party | Labour |
Where can I find out where the nearest Library is?
Libraries are the responsibility of County Durham council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Libraries - Durham County CouncilHouse Sales
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | £115,000 | £115,000 | £115,000 | 1 |
| 2015 | £50,000 | £150,000 | £100,000 | 2 |
| 2016 | £60,000 | £210,000 | £135,000 | 2 |
| 2017 | £336,000 | £80,000 | £208,000 | 2 |
| 2018 | £107,500 | £100,000 | £120,833 | 3 |
| 2019 | £145,000 | £145,000 | £145,000 | 1 |
| 2021 | £75,000 | £75,000 | £75,000 | 1 |
| 2022 | £143,000 | £143,000 | £143,000 | 1 |
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Local Postcodes
What Popular Supermarkets are near?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Morrisons, Galgate, BARNARD CASTLE, DL12 8EJ | 0.18 miles | Directions to Morrisons |
| Lidl, Staindrop Road, BARNARD CASTLE, DL12 8TD | 1.48 miles | Directions to Lidl |
What Popular Restaurants are near?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Scotch Corner Services, Richmond, DL10 6PQ | 12.40 miles | Directions to Scotch Corner Services |
| Unit 3, Thinford Park, Durham, DH6 5JY | 19.14 miles | Directions to Unit 3, Thinford Park |
| Washington North, A1(m), Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 2SJ | 27.92 miles | Directions to Washington North, A1(m), Birtley |
| Unit 5/7 Russell Way, Metro Centre, Gateshead, NE11 9YZ | 30.30 miles | Directions to Unit 5/7 Russell Way, Metro Centre |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, Abraham Industrial Estate, St. Helen Auckland, BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 9TT | 11.40 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Abraham Industrial Estate, St. Helen Auckland, BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 9TT |
| McDonald's, Richmondshire Walk, CATTERICK GARRISON, DL9 3EN | 14.18 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Richmondshire Walk, CATTERICK GARRISON, DL9 3EN |
| McDonald's, Coatham Mundeville, DARLINGTON, DL1 3NL | 14.71 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Coatham Mundeville, DARLINGTON, DL1 3NL |
| McDonald's, North Road Industrial Estate, Meynell Road, DARLINGTON, DL3 0YQ | 14.76 miles | Directions to McDonald's, North Road Industrial Estate, Meynell Road, DARLINGTON, DL3 0YQ |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, St. Helen Auckland, BISHOP AUCKLAND, DL14 9AE | 11.38 miles | Directions to KFC Bishop Auckland - Heritage Park |
| KFC, Middleton Tyas, RICHMOND, DL10 6PQ | 12.42 miles | Directions to KFC Scotch Corner - A1(M) |
| KFC, Gough Road, CATTERICK GARRISON, DL9 3EL | 14.00 miles | Directions to KFC Catterick - Richmond Road |
| KFC, George Short Close, DARLINGTON, DL1 2JQ | 14.94 miles | Directions to KFC Darlington - Albert Road |
| KFC, Darlington Retail Park, Yarm Road, DARLINGTON, DL1 4PU | 16.41 miles | Directions to KFC Darlington - Yarm Road |