Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

FAVERDALE NORTH, DL3 0AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAVERDALE NORTH, DL3 0AW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

428

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 49,800 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL3 0AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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10/10
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6/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

DL3 0AW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 0AW is a safe, established residential area on Faverdale North, 0.7km from Faverdale in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Brinkburn & Faverdale ward and the Darlington constituency.

For families considering a move, DL3 0AW represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0AW are sourced from Output Area E00062133 (shared with 34 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 0AW. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian4.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

DL3 0AW has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order3
Burglary1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Longfield Academy

Inadequate876 pupils1.0 km
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Rise Carr College

Good33 pupils1.1 km
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West Park Academy

Good452 pupils1.2 km
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Harrowgate Hill Primary School

Requires Improvement575 pupils1.4 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Asha News0.7 km
  • 4Motion Skatepark0.5 km
  • B\& M Stores0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • St George's Bridge Centre0.8 km
  • Darlington Quoit Club0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Akbar The Great0.8 km
  • Aramark Ltd At Argos Distribution Centre0.3 km
  • Amari0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • China House0.8 km
  • Pizza Guys0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Road1.6 km
  • Darlington3.4 km
  • Heighington5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Aldi Distribution Centre0.1 km
  • Aldi Distribution Centre0.2 km
  • Argos0.3 km
  • Argos0.3 km