Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

MELROSE AVENUE, DL3 0AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELROSE AVENUE, DL3 0AA.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL3 0AA spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DL3 0AA is a safe, established residential area on Melrose Avenue, 0.4km from Harrowgate Hill in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Harrowgate Hill ward and the Darlington constituency.

For families considering a move, DL3 0AA represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0AA are sourced from Output Area E00062148 (shared with 8 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 0AA. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

DL3 0AA has low crime rates — 30 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 offences43
Anti-social behaviour30
Shoplifting29
Criminal damage and arson20
Public order14

school Local Schools

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Harrowgate Hill Primary School

Requires Improvement575 pupils0.5 km
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Longfield Academy

Inadequate876 pupils0.5 km
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Good328 pupils0.9 km
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Rise Carr College

Good33 pupils1.2 km
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Northwood Primary School

Good385 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Asha News1.0 km
  • Harrowgate Hill Stores0.1 km
  • Premier Supermarket Express0.3 km
  • Harry's Off Licence0.7 km
  • Bartons Fish \& Chips0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Harrowgate Club & Institute0.4 km
  • DSRM Sports & Social Club0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • The Leas Bakery0.6 km
  • Harries Pizzeria0.7 km
  • The Chippy+0.6 km
  • New Chapter0.1 km
  • New Leung Kee0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The White Horse0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Harrowgate Hill Lodge0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Road1.7 km
  • Darlington3.4 km
  • Heighington5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Melrose Avenue0.1 km
  • Ashleigh House0.1 km
  • Terminus0.1 km
  • Ashleigh House0.1 km
  • Bowman Street0.2 km