Is DL5 6EA a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
193 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of DL5 6EA. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£158,188
Average price in Darlington (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 3.8% year on year.
- Terraced
- £127,724
- Semi-detached
- £174,223
- Detached
- £280,470
- Flat / maisonette
- £95,115
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for DL5 6EA specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
Check long-term flood risk →GP & dentist ratings
CQC ratings near DL5 6EA on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near DL5 6EA on Check Food Hygiene