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Firthmoor

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About

Firthmoor is a residential area located in the southern part of Darlington, County Durham. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It features local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The nearby Firthmoor Community Centre serves as a hub for social activities and events.

The area is well-connected to Darlington town centre via public transport and major roads like the A167. Firthmoor is bordered by green spaces, including the West Cemetery and playing fields, providing outdoor recreation options. The neighborhood has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on family-friendly living. Over the years, Firthmoor has developed into a practical and accessible part of Darlington.

Area overview

On average Firthmoor has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Firthmoor is £34,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Firthmoor: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
25.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Firthmoor Population
6,354
Population density
3,217.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,480
86.26%
Other White
404
6.36%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
89
1.4%
African
53
0.83%
Other Asian
53
0.83%
Total population: 6,353

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
809
29.97%
Owns outright
718
26.6%
Social rents from council
538
19.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
481
17.82%
Other social rented
86
3.19%
Total households: 2,699

Property prices in Firthmoor

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £130,000 in Firthmoor area, with individual transactions ranging from £71,005 up to £215,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Firthmoor in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Firthmoor over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£167,000
Semi-Detached41£130,000
Terraced12£103,500

10 years median price trend in Firthmoor

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Firthmoor.

All postcodes in Firthmoor

DL14LE

Brankin Drive

DL14SH

Lanethorpe Crescent

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.