DL3 0AE is a sought-after residential area on Kirkfield Road, 0.3km from Harrowgate Hill in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Harrowgate Hill ward and the Darlington constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL3, DL3 0AE offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 98% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £153k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00062145 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KIRKFIELD ROAD, DL3 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KIRKFIELD ROAD, DL3 0AE.
281
49
£ 39,000 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DL3 0AE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £153k, 98% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL3 0AE. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 148,500
3 sales · Mean £ 152,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 0AE has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Longfield Academy
Harrowgate Hill Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Rise Carr College
Northwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Asha News0.8 km
- Harrowgate Hill Stores0.2 km
- Premier Supermarket Express0.2 km
- Bartons Fish \& Chips0.1 km
- Cadmen Stores0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Harrowgate Club & Institute0.5 km
- St George's Bridge Centre1.0 km
- DSRM Sports & Social Club0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- The Leas Bakery0.5 km
- New Chapter0.3 km
- New Leung Kee0.3 km
- Harries Pizzeria0.6 km
- The Chippy+0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Harrowgate Hill Lodge0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The White Horse0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road1.5 km
- Darlington3.3 km
- Heighington5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Melrose Avenue0.1 km
- Bowman Street0.1 km
- Terminus0.2 km
- Vaughan Street0.2 km
- Harrowgate Hill Roundabout0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL30AE · Data under Open Government Licence