What's the Bank Top population and density?

Bank Top population is 7,506 with density 5898.6 per km².

What's the average income in Bank Top?

Average resident income is about £31,000 per year.

How deprived is Bank Top?

Deprivation score 9/10 (rank 4365 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Bank Top?

Based on 71 recent sales, the median price is £103,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What home types are most common in Bank Top?

Housing mix: terraced 45.5%, semi-detached 29.4%.

How safe is Bank Top?

Crime level in Bank Top is very high with about 141 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Bank Top?

There are 3,602 households in Bank Top

How much social housing is near Bank Top?

About 29.0% across the Bank Top area.

What are prices by property type in Bank Top?

Latest medians: Detached £255,000, Semi-detached £145,000, Terraced £89,000, Flats £77,000.

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Q: What schools in Bank Top and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Bank Top: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / North East / Darlington / Bank Top

About

Bank Top is a residential and commercial area located in the northern part of Darlington, near the town center. It is known for its proximity to Bank Top railway station, a key transport hub connecting Darlington to major cities like London, Edinburgh, and Leeds. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces and more modern developments, catering to a range of residents.

Local amenities include shops, pubs, and small businesses, providing convenience for those living in the area. Bank Top is also home to the Darlington Arena, a notable sports and events venue. The area’s transport links and central location make it a practical choice for commuters and families alike.

Area overview

On average Bank Top has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 141 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bank Top is £31,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Bank Top: 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

29%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bank Top Population

7,506

Population density

5,898.6 per km²

Demographics

British

6,584

87.74%

Other White

378

5.04%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

1.16%

Indian

0.84%

Other

0.79%

Total population: 7,504

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

982

27.27%

Owns outright

865

24.02%

Owns with a mortgage

806

22.38%

Social rents from council

617

17.13%

Other social rented

240

6.66%

Total households: 3,601

Property prices in Bank Top

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £103,000 in Bank Top area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £294,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£255,000	£223,500	£237,500	£267,500	£277,500
Flats	10	£77,000	£58,725	£69,750	£83,000	£125,500
Semi-Detached	25	£145,000	£90,400	£112,000	£167,000	£210,000
Terraced	33	£89,000	£56,000	£75,000	£105,000	£160,400

10 years price trend in Bank Top

All postcodes in Bank Top

DL14BW

Aysgarth Road

DL14JF

Cobden Street

DL14NA

Geneva Lane

DL14AZ

Falmer Road

DL14JS

Geneva Lane

DL14UP

Scargill

DL14XB

Headlam Road

DL14AS

Brighton Road

DL14HN

Darwin Grove

DL14HY

Fenby Avenue

DL14TS

Melsonby Crescent

DL14PF

Neasham Road

DL14XD

Ramsgill

DL11XH

Green Street

DL14DP

Parkside

DL14DX

Thomas Street

DL14JB

Maxwell Close

DL14UL

Scargill

DL14BJ

Thirlmere Road

DL14HJ

Geneva Road

DL14TP

Gilling Crescent

DL14YS

King William Street

DL14TG

Ambleside Walk

DL11HA

Telford Drive

DL11HS

Bank Top

DL14AU

Lewes Road

DL14EJ

Louisa Street

DL14JA

Harris Street

DL14UN

Fenby Avenue

DL14XE

Coxwold Drive

DL11EA

Stanley Street

DL11HF

Dinsdale Crescent

DL14DH

Geneva Lane

DL14DZ

Maltby Court

DL14ET

Eastbourne Road

DL14TN

Melsonby Crescent

DL14XH

Ennerdale Road

DL14XQ

Skeeby Road

DL14UD

Bank Top

DL14HE

Bank Top

DL14LZ

Lowther Drive

DL14AJ

Appleby Close

DL14AQ

Neasham Road

DL14BH

Ennerdale Road

DL14JE

Cobden Street

DL14LU

Geneva Lane

DL14UB

Blackton Grove

DL14HL

Spencer Grove

DL14JQ

Geneva Lane

DL11XQ

Yarm Road

DL14DD

Smithfield Road

DL14EE

Dickinson Street

DL14HW

Huxley Grove

DL14TY

Cliffe Way

DL14YT

King William Street

DL14YX

Eastbourne Road

DL14AF

Garbutt Square

DL14BA

Bank Top Mews

DL14BE

Grasmere Road

DL14ER

Eastbourne Road

DL14TU

Gilling Crescent

DL11HT

Peel Street

DL14AY

Falmer Road

DL14BN

Neasham Road

DL14BQ

Grasmere Road

DL14EN

Brunton Street

DL14ES

Eastbourne Road

DL14EW

Eastbourne Road

DL14HA

Bank Top

DL14HT

Geneva Road

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail