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Bank Top & Lascelles

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About

Bank Top & Lascelles is a residential ward in Darlington, located to the north of the town center. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of private and social housing. It is well-connected to the town center by public transport and major roads like the A167. The ward includes local amenities such as schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to everyday needs.

The area has a strong sense of community, with several local events and groups active throughout the year. Bank Top & Lascelles is also home to Darlington's railway station, a key transport hub for the town. Green spaces like North Park provide recreational opportunities for residents. The ward has a mix of long-term residents and newcomers, contributing to its varied character.

Area overview

On average Bank Top & Lascelles has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 141 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bank Top & Lascelles is £31,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Bank Top & Lascelles: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
141
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
27.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bank Top & Lascelles Population
7,101
Population density
6,457.9 per km²

Demographics

British
6,286
88.5%
Other White
339
4.77%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
79
1.11%
Indian
58
0.82%
Other
45
0.63%
Total population: 7,103

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
927
27.69%
Owns outright
840
25.09%
Owns with a mortgage
770
23%
Social rents from council
489
14.61%
Other social rented
233
6.96%
Total households: 3,348

Property prices in Bank Top & Lascelles

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £102,500 in Bank Top & Lascelles area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £294,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£255,000
Flats10£77,000
Semi-Detached21£153,000
Terraced32£88,250

10 years price trend in Bank Top & Lascelles

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.