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Haughton & Springfield

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About

Haughton & Springfield ward lies in the southern part of Darlington, primarily consisting of residential neighbourhoods. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, including post-war estates and more modern developments. Its main thoroughfares connect it to the town centre and the wider road network, facilitating daily commutes. The ward contains several local shopping parades catering to everyday needs, alongside community facilities like schools and medical centres that serve its population.

A notable local landmark is the historic St. Andrew's Church in Haughton-le-Skerne, which dates back to the 12th century and anchors the older part of the ward. Large areas of open green space, including Springfield Park and the grounds of Longfield Academy, provide recreational areas for residents. The ward is also home to the Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College, a significant educational institution for the wider town.

Area overview

On average Haughton & Springfield has high deprivation and low crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 51% below the North East average of 117 per 1,000. Approximately 20% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Haughton & Springfield is £39,663 per year. The median sale price in Haughton & Springfield is £150,000 (around £173 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £129,500 and £183,750. There are 3 schools in Haughton & Springfield: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Haughton & Springfield is home to around 6,311 people, with a population density of about 3,917.7 per km².

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Haughton & Springfield Population

6,311

Population density

3,917.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

27.25(-30%)

Anti-social behaviour

23.13(+6%)

Public order

6.18(-25%)

Other theft

6.02(+1%)

Criminal damage and arson

5.39(-53%)

North East average

Demographics

British

5,926

94%

Other White

126

Indian

0.67%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.44%

Other

0.44%

Total population: 6,304

Economics

No qualifications

1,296

24.72%

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,127

21.5%

Level 3 (A level)

941

17.95%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

767

14.63%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

518

9.88%

Total 16+ residents: 5,242

Housing

Owns outright

977

34.56%

Owns with a mortgage

812

28.72%

Social rents from council

521

18.43%

Private landlord or letting agency

325

11.5%

Other social rented

134

4.74%

Total households: 2,827

Property prices in Haughton & Springfield

Median price: £150,000

Price per sq ft: £173

Sales (last 12 months): 59

Typical range (middle 50%): £130K – £184K

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £150,000 (about £173 per square foot) in Haughton & Springfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £73,500 up to £525,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Haughton & Springfield over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	14	£217,500	£232	£163,000	£198,625	£242,500	£508,749
Semi-Detached	33	£142,500	£171	£91,000	£127,000	£165,000	£183,000
Terraced	11	£135,000	£152	£98,000	£119,000	£162,500	£183,750
Flats	1	£73,500	£134	£73,500	£73,500	£73,500	£73,500

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Haughton & Springfield

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Haughton & Springfield.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£152,475	£110,000	£93,000
2017	£169,500	£115,000	£97,000
2018	£157,000	£120,000	£83,000
2019	£167,000	£115,000	£94,000
2020	£167,500	£127,000	£101,500
2021	£181,250	£132,000	£115,000
2022	£205,000	£140,000	£108,500
2023	£190,000	£146,750	£120,000
2024	£223,000	£144,000	£125,000
2025	£210,000	£143,000	£130,000
2026	£244,000	£146,250	£140,000

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Haughton & Springfield.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£162	£132	£101
2017	£201	£131	£133
2018	£195	£141	£103
2019	£179	£137	£114
2020	£177	£147	£134
2021	£185	£162	£145
2022	£239	£153	£127
2023	£214	£177	£154
2024	£207	£168	£148
2025	£198	£178	£162
2026	£288	£172	£154

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Darlington district.

Band A£1,663

Band B£1,940

Band C£2,217

Band D£2,494

Band E£3,048

Band F£3,602

Band G£4,156

Band H£4,988

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Haughton & Springfield ward.

Local councillors

Chris McEwan

Haughton & Springfield - Elected 4 May 2023

Labour Party

Dawn Storr

Haughton & Springfield - Elected 4 May 2023

Labour Party

Nick Wallis

Haughton & Springfield - Elected 4 May 2023

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About

Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Haughton & Springfield

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Haughton & Springfield

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

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