Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

NICKSTREAM LANE, DL3 0DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NICKSTREAM LANE, DL3 0DB.

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Population

246

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL3 0DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

DL3 0DB is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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 0DB is a safe, established residential area on Nickstream Lane, 0.4km from Cockerton in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Cockerton ward and the Darlington constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 69% 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 £121k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00062071 (shared with 5 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 0DB. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 121,000

7 sales · Mean £ 115,816

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

DL3 0DB 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 offences61
Anti-social behaviour42
Criminal damage and arson32
Public order16
Shoplifting14

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 pupils0.5 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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Mowden Infant School

Good226 pupils1.0 km
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West Park Academy

Good452 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

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

6 nearby
  • St Mary's Community Centre0.3 km
  • The Mowden0.5 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

13 nearby
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • La Pizza0.3 km
  • Noodle House0.7 km
  • Spice 4 U0.7 km
  • Cooplands0.7 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Road2.1 km
  • Darlington3.2 km
  • Heighington6.6 km

Bus Stops

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