DL3 0BG is a safe, established residential area on Chantry Close, 0.1km from Faverdale in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Brinkburn & Faverdale ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL3 0BG represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.
Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00062134 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHANTRY CLOSE, DL3 0BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHANTRY CLOSE, DL3 0BG.
408
41
£ 49,800 /yr
56%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL3 0BG spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL3 0BG. The average age is 40.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 240,000
6 sales · Mean £ 249,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 0BG has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
West Park Academy
Mount Pleasant Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School
Wyvern Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The White Heifer That Travelled0.3 km
- Darlington Quoit Club0.4 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Bates Avenue Convenience Store0.8 km
- One Stop0.9 km
- 4Motion Skatepark0.8 km
- B\& M Stores0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- La Pizza0.8 km
- China House0.1 km
- Cooplands0.3 km
- Pizza Guys0.1 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.3 km
- Marks And Spencer PLC0.4 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cactus Kitchen0.3 km
- Amari0.4 km
- Akbar The Great0.4 km
- Aramark Ltd At Argos Distribution Centre0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road2.1 km
- Darlington3.7 km
- Heighington5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Alverton Drive0.1 km
- Clowbeck Court0.1 km
- High Grange0.2 km
- High Grange0.2 km
- John Fowler Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL30BG · Data under Open Government Licence