DL3 0AY is a sought-after residential area on Princess Road, 0.1km from Harrowgate Village in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Harrowgate Hill ward and the Darlington constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL3, DL3 0AY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 94% 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 22 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 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00062154 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRINCESS ROAD, DL3 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCESS ROAD, DL3 0AY.
433
41
£ 39,000 /yr
52%
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 0AY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £153k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL3 0AY. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 131,500
10 sales · Mean £ 140,700
Detached
£ 175,000
1 sales · Mean £ 175,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 0AY has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Harrowgate Hill Stores0.4 km
- Premier Supermarket Express0.6 km
- Harry's Off Licence1.0 km
- Bartons Fish \& Chips0.5 km
- Cadmen Stores0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Harrowgate Club & Institute0.8 km
- DSRM Sports & Social Club0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- The Leas Bakery0.9 km
- The Chippy+0.9 km
- New Chapter0.4 km
- New Leung Kee0.7 km
- Harries Pizzeria1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The White Horse0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Harrowgate Hill Lodge0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road1.9 km
- Darlington3.7 km
- Heighington5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Alwyn Road0.1 km
- Hayle Court0.1 km
- Whessoe Parish Hall0.2 km
- Whessoe Parish Hall0.3 km
- Ashleigh House0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL30AY · Data under Open Government Licence