Is DL1 1BH a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
321 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of DL1 1BH. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£159,988
Average price in Darlington (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Up 2.9% year on year.
- Terraced
- £130,183
- Semi-detached
- £176,241
- Detached
- £281,236
- Flat / maisonette
- £96,358
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for DL1 1BH specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near DL1 1BH on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near DL1 1BH on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.