DL3 0EW is a safe, established residential area on Longfield Road, 0.4km from Harrowgate Hill in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Harrowgate Hill ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL3 0EW represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% 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: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0EW are sourced from Output Area E00062148 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONGFIELD ROAD, DL3 0EW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGFIELD ROAD, DL3 0EW.
281
42
£ 39,000 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL3 0EW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DL3 0EW — age 42, 76% ownership, 24% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 0EW. The average age is 41.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 127,500
3 sales · Mean £ 132,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 0EW 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
Harrowgate Hill Primary School
Longfield Academy
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Rise Carr College
Northwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Asha News0.9 km
- Harrowgate Hill Stores0.1 km
- Premier Supermarket Express0.1 km
- Bartons Fish \& Chips0.0 km
- Cadmen Stores0.5 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Harrowgate Club & Institute0.4 km
- DSRM Sports & Social Club0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- The Leas Bakery0.5 km
- New Chapter0.2 km
- New Leung Kee0.2 km
- Harries Pizzeria0.5 km
- The Chippy+0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Harrowgate Hill Lodge0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The White Horse0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road1.6 km
- Darlington3.3 km
- Heighington5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Bowman Street0.0 km
- Terminus0.1 km
- Harrowgate Hill Roundabout0.1 km
- Harrowgate Hill Roundabout0.1 km
- Melrose Avenue0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DL30EW · Data under Open Government Licence