DL3 9QT is a sought-after residential area on Villiers Close, 0.3km from Mowden in Darlington. Administratively it sits within Mowden ward and the Darlington constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL3, DL3 9QT offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £187k. 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 9QT are sourced from Output Area E00062276 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VILLIERS CLOSE, DL3 9QT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VILLIERS CLOSE, DL3 9QT.
237
54
£ 50,000 /yr
36%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DL3 9QT is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £187k, 91% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL3 9QT. The average age is 53.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
5 sales · Mean £ 167,000
Detached
£ 232,500
2 sales · Mean £ 232,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL3 9QT has low crime rates — 21 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
Mowden Infant School
Mowden Junior School
Carmel College
Marchbank Free School
Hummersknott Academy
Abbey Junior School
St Mary's Cockerton Church of England Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Mowden Park Fisheries0.3 km
- Cockerton Pizza1.0 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- Spice 4 U1.0 km
- Cockerton Fisheries1.0 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Heron Frozen Foods1.0 km
- W Alderson & Son1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- St Mary's Community Centre1.0 km
- The Mowden0.6 km
- The Model T0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cockerton Methodist Church Lunch Club0.9 km
- Pear Tree Hill Cafe0.9 km
- Tommy Tuckers1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op1.0 km
- Co-op0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Road2.5 km
- Darlington2.8 km
- Heighington7.7 km
Bus Stops
- Bushel Hill Drive0.1 km
- Wilton Drive0.2 km
- Wilton Drive0.2 km
- Chester Grove0.3 km
- Chester Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL39QT · Data under Open Government Licence