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Middleton & Hurworth

About

The Middleton & Hurworth area sits in the south of Darlington, primarily characterised by residential development. It is bordered by the River Tees to the south and the A66(M) motorway to the north. The area includes suburban neighbourhoods, local schools, and several small retail parks serving daily needs.

A significant feature is the Croft Circuit, a historic motor racing venue located near the river. The surrounding landscape includes agricultural land and the wooded banks of the Tees, providing open spaces distinct from the more urban central areas of the town.

Area overview

On average Middleton & Hurworth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Middleton & Hurworth is £55,492 per year. There are 4 schools in Middleton & Hurworth: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Middleton & Hurworth is home to around 9,369 people, with a population density of about 241.6 per km2.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Middleton & Hurworth Population

9,369

Population density

241.6 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

29.99(-27%)

Anti-social behaviour

21.03(-8%)

Criminal damage and arson

6.51(-46%)

Public order

4.27(-51%)

Other theft

3.2(-51%)

North East average

Demographics

British

8,802

93.94%

Other White

167

1.78%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.59%

Indian

0.47%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.45%

Total population: 9,370

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

2,905

37.84%

Level 3 (A level)

1,387

18.07%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,077

14.03%

No qualifications

1,052

13.7%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

575

7.49%

Total 16+ residents: 7,677

Housing

Owns outright

1,631

41.06%

Owns with a mortgage

1,519

38.24%

Private landlord or letting agency

441

11.1%

Social rents from council

154

3.88%

Other social rented

142

3.58%

Total households: 3,972

Property prices in Middleton & Hurworth

Based on 189 recent sales, the median property price is £264,995 in Middleton & Hurworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,545 up to £1,205,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Middleton & Hurworth over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	91	£318,000	£202,495	£272,498	£382,000	£532,500
Flats	3	£194,000	£95,900	£139,500	£252,000	£298,400
Semi-Detached	62	£198,975	£145,250	£174,995	£234,250	£344,625
Terraced	33	£172,500	£106,000	£149,000	£210,000	£386,000

10 years median price trend in Middleton & Hurworth

All postcodes in Middleton & Hurworth

DL21DQ

Swain Court

DL21NA

Aviation Way

DL21TN

Hawker Grove

DL22AZ

Neasham Road

DL22BA

Neasham Road

DL21EQ

Harts Buildings

DL21TS

Aviation Way

DL21UJ

Yeadon Walk

DL22DG

Hurworth Road

DL22EB

Roundhill Close

DL22JU

Kentbeck Drive

DL21AR

Devonport Gardens

DL21HH

Yarm Road

DL21RJ

Orient Villas

DL21UF

Martinsyde

DL22EG

Roundhill Road

DL22EZ

Mowbray Drive

DL21GY

Hurworth

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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