DL3 0AQ is a sought-after residential area on Lynne Close, 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 0AQ offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, 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 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00062145 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LYNNE CLOSE, DL3 0AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYNNE CLOSE, DL3 0AQ.
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. DL3 0AQ's low deprivation rank, 98% ownership, and £155k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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 0AQ. 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
Terraced
£ 122,500
6 sales · Mean £ 135,333
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 0AQ has low crime rates — 35 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
6 nearby- Asha News0.9 km
- Harry's Off Licence0.7 km
- Harrowgate Hill Stores0.3 km
- Premier Supermarket Express0.3 km
- Bartons Fish \& Chips0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Harrowgate Club & Institute0.6 km
- DSRM Sports & Social Club0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- The Leas Bakery0.7 km
- The Chippy+0.6 km
- Harries Pizzeria0.7 km
- New Chapter0.3 km
- New Leung Kee0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The White Horse0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Harrowgate Hill Lodge0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road1.7 km
- Darlington3.5 km
- Heighington5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Melrose Avenue0.1 km
- Ashleigh House0.2 km
- Ashleigh House0.2 km
- Bowman Street0.2 km
- Terminus0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL30AQ · Data under Open Government Licence