Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

MINORS CRESCENT, DL3 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MINORS CRESCENT, DL3 0DJ.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DL3 0DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DL3 0DJ has a significant social housing presence — 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 12.5% year-on-year.

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

DL3 0DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Minors Crescent, 0.5km from Branksome in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Cockerton ward and the Darlington constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DL3 0DJ is 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £134k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 12.5% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00062095 (shared with 6 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 0DJ. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 140,000

3 sales · Mean £ 134,666

Terraced

£ 83,000

2 sales · Mean £ 83,000

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

Crime around DL3 0DJ is moderate at 57 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 offences126
Anti-social behaviour55
Criminal damage and arson53
Public order23
Shoplifting14

school Local Schools

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Mount Pleasant Primary School

Good276 pupils0.4 km
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West Park Academy

Good452 pupils0.5 km
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Wyvern Academy

Requires Improvement467 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School

Good193 pupils0.8 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils1.0 km
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Marchbank Free School

Requires Improvement50 pupils1.2 km
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Mowden Junior School

Good336 pupils1.3 km
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Mowden Infant School

Good226 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • One Stop0.3 km
  • Branksome Booze0.4 km
  • Bates Avenue Convenience Store0.7 km
  • B\& M Stores0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Deacon0.5 km
  • The White Heifer That Travelled0.7 km
  • St Mary's Community Centre0.8 km
  • Darlington Quoit Club0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Amari0.6 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.8 km
  • Angie's Kitchen0.5 km
  • Cactus Kitchen0.6 km
  • Akbar The Great0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • China House0.8 km
  • Cooplands0.6 km
  • Pizza Guys0.7 km
  • Captain Wok Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • La Pizza0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Marks And Spencer PLC0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Road2.3 km
  • Darlington3.7 km
  • Heighington6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Warwick Square0.1 km
  • Wentworth Way0.2 km
  • Nickstream Shops0.2 km
  • Berwick Road0.2 km
  • Nickstream Shops0.2 km