Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

ELVET PLACE, DL3 0DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELVET PLACE, DL3 0DA.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL3 0DA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DL3 0DA is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL3 0DA is a safe, established residential area on Elvet Place, 0.4km from Cockerton in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Cockerton ward and the Darlington constituency.

For families considering a move, DL3 0DA represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £127k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0DA are sourced from Output Area E00062084 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL3 0DA. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 110,000

9 sales · Mean £ 114,716

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DL3 0DA has low crime rates — 41 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.

Violence and sexual offences69
Anti-social behaviour46
Criminal damage and arson37
Public order17
Shoplifting15

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School

Good193 pupils0.3 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils0.5 km
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Mount Pleasant Primary School

Good276 pupils0.6 km
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Wyvern Academy

Requires Improvement467 pupils0.8 km
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Marchbank Free School

Requires Improvement50 pupils0.8 km
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Mowden Junior School

Good336 pupils0.9 km
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West Park Academy

Good452 pupils0.9 km
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Mowden Infant School

Good226 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Bates Avenue Convenience Store0.4 km
  • Cockerton Mini Market0.6 km
  • Heron Frozen Foods0.7 km
  • W Alderson & Son0.7 km
  • Branksome Booze0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • St Mary's Community Centre0.3 km
  • The Mowden0.6 km
  • Darlington Quoit Club0.7 km
  • Travellers Rest0.7 km
  • Cockerton Band & Musical Inst.0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Andaman Home Cafe0.7 km
  • Angie's Kitchen0.1 km
  • Cockerton Methodist Church Lunch Club0.6 km
  • Dough0.6 km
  • Pear Tree Hill Cafe0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • La Pizza0.3 km
  • Noodle House0.7 km
  • Spice 4 U0.7 km
  • Cooplands0.7 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Road2.0 km
  • Darlington3.2 km
  • Heighington6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Deacon0.1 km
  • The Deacon 20.1 km
  • Bates Avenue0.1 km
  • Bates Avenue0.2 km
  • Stooperdale Avenue0.2 km