Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

RICHMOND CLOSE, DL3 0DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND CLOSE, DL3 0DS.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DL3 0DS — age 43, 74% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 0DS is a safe, established residential area on Richmond Close, 0.6km from Branksome in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Cockerton ward and the Darlington constituency.

For families considering a move, DL3 0DS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £99k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00062080 (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 0DS. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 99,000

3 sales · Mean £ 102,500

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

DL3 0DS has low crime rates — 49 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 offences124
Anti-social behaviour51
Criminal damage and arson47
Public order21
Shoplifting12

school Local Schools

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Mount Pleasant Primary School

Good276 pupils0.5 km
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West Park Academy

Good452 pupils0.5 km
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St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School

Good193 pupils0.7 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils0.8 km
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Wyvern Academy

Requires Improvement467 pupils0.9 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

7 nearby
  • Branksome Booze0.5 km
  • Darlington Railway Athletic1.0 km
  • B\& M Stores0.4 km
  • Cockerton Post Office0.9 km
  • One Stop0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The White Heifer That Travelled0.6 km
  • Darlington Quoit Club0.4 km
  • The Deacon0.4 km
  • St Mary's Community Centre0.7 km
  • The Mowden1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Tommy Tuckers0.7 km
  • Akbar The Great0.4 km
  • Amari0.4 km
  • Cactus Kitchen0.6 km
  • Angie's Kitchen0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Captain Wok Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Little Fat Buddha1.0 km
  • Pizza Master0.9 km
  • The Parmesan House0.7 km
  • Mr Chippy0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Marks And Spencer PLC0.8 km
  • Co-op1.0 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Road2.2 km
  • Darlington3.5 km
  • Heighington6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Warwick Square0.1 km
  • Nickstream Shops0.1 km
  • Nickstream Shops0.1 km
  • Bates Avenue0.3 km
  • Bates Avenue0.3 km