Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

BRAWTON GROVE, DL3 0GL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRAWTON GROVE, DL3 0GL.

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Population

488

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

56%

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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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DL3 0GL spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. 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 0GL is a sought-after residential area on Brawton Grove, 0.5km from Hope Town in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Brinkburn & Faverdale ward and the Darlington constituency.

For families considering a move, DL3 0GL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £180k.

Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0GL are sourced from Output Area E00062076 (shared with 7 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 0GL. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 43%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 147,500

6 sales · Mean £ 149,750

Semi-Detached

£ 165,000

9 sales · Mean £ 160,450

Detached

£ 148,000

1 sales · Mean £ 148,000

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

DL3 0GL has low crime rates — 43 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 offences93
Anti-social behaviour37
Criminal damage and arson33
Vehicle crime24
Public order21

school Local Schools

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Reid Street Primary School

Good379 pupils0.5 km
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Rise Carr College

Good33 pupils0.7 km
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Corporation Road Community Primary School

Requires Improvement239 pupils0.8 km
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George Dent Nursery School

Outstanding122 pupils0.9 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils1.0 km
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Northwood Primary School

Good385 pupils1.1 km
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St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School

Good193 pupils1.3 km
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Longfield Academy

Inadequate876 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Darlington Railway Athletic0.8 km
  • Asha News1.0 km
  • Card Factory0.8 km
  • Noaman's News0.5 km
  • Olympic Convenience Store0.4 km
  • + 25 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Travellers Rest0.9 km
  • Cockerton Band & Musical Inst.0.9 km
  • St George's Bridge Centre0.8 km
  • Builders Arms0.5 km
  • Darlington Indoor Bowls Club Limited0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Godfathers0.9 km
  • Little Fat Buddha0.9 km
  • Kandy Grills1.0 km
  • Word Of Life Cafe And Foodbank0.9 km
  • Adams Pizzeria0.8 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Calico Guest House0.9 km
  • East View Guest House0.9 km
  • The Greenbank1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Havelock Centre0.9 km
  • Head Of Steam Cafe0.7 km
  • The Tea Room0.4 km
  • Andaman Home Cafe0.9 km
  • Dine0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Sainsbury's Local0.7 km
  • Iceland1.0 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Co-op0.9 km
  • Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Road0.6 km
  • Darlington2.2 km
  • Heighington6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Harrison Terrace0.1 km
  • Harrison Terrace0.1 km
  • Stooperdale Offices0.1 km
  • Stooperdale Offices0.2 km
  • Fairfield Street0.2 km