DL3 8QQ is a sought-after residential area on Blackwell Lane, 0.4km from Blackwell in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Park West ward and the Darlington constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL3, DL3 8QQ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k, up 6.3% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DL3 8QQ are sourced from Output Area E00062353 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKWELL LANE, DL3 8QQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKWELL LANE, DL3 8QQ.
308
48
£ 50,000 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL3 8QQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DL3 8QQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £297k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 6.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL3 8QQ. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 295,000
8 sales · Mean £ 291,250
Terraced
£ 266,500
1 sales · Mean £ 266,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 8QQ has low crime rates — 18 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
Abbey Infants' School
Polam Hall School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Abbey Junior School
Skerne Park Academy
Carmel College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Darlington Rugby Football Club Ltd0.7 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Shop N Drive0.7 km
- Penny Petroleum0.4 km
- Blackwell Store0.2 km
- Elm Ridge Gardens Ltd0.5 km
- Majestic Wine0.8 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Blackwell Grange Hotel0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- South Park Cafe0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darlington1.8 km
- North Road2.8 km
- Dinsdale6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Linwood Grove0.1 km
- Blackwell Post Office0.2 km
- Linwood Grove0.2 km
- Carmel Grove0.3 km
- Carmel Grove0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DL38QQ · Data under Open Government Licence