DL3 0YA is a safe, established residential area on Botham Grove, 0.1km from Harrowgate Hill in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Harrowgate Hill ward and the Darlington constituency.
For families considering a move, DL3 0YA represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL3 0YA are sourced from Output Area E00062139 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOTHAM GROVE, DL3 0YA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOTHAM GROVE, DL3 0YA.
287
41
£ 39,000 /yr
58%
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
DL3 0YA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 89% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 0YA. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 135,000
2 sales · Mean £ 135,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 0YA has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Longfield Academy
Harrowgate Hill Primary School
Rise Carr College
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Northwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Asha News0.7 km
- Harrowgate Hill Stores0.4 km
- Premier Supermarket Express0.4 km
- Darlo News1.0 km
- P & J Convenience Store0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Harrowgate Club & Institute0.7 km
- St George's Bridge Centre0.9 km
- DSRM Sports & Social Club0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- The Leas Bakery0.7 km
- Harries Pizzeria0.7 km
- The Chippy+0.6 km
- New Chapter0.4 km
- New Leung Kee0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The White Horse0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Harrowgate Hill Lodge0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road1.6 km
- Darlington3.4 km
- Heighington5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Melrose Avenue0.2 km
- Vaughan Street0.2 km
- Vaughan Street0.3 km
- Bowman Street0.3 km
- Longfield Academy0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL30YA · Data under Open Government Licence