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About

Park West ward encompasses a primarily residential area in the northwestern part of Darlington. The layout is defined by modern housing estates and cul-de-sacs, providing homes for a significant portion of the town's population. The ward is anchored by the large Morton Park trading estate to its east, a major local employment centre for industrial and commercial units. This creates a direct relationship between the housing areas and workplace facilities.

The area is served by several local schools and community amenities, including the nearby Beaumont Hill Academy. A notable green space is the West Park, a traditional Victorian park featuring a bowling green, playground, and ornamental gardens, offering a contrast to the newer residential developments. Transport links are provided by the A68, which runs along the ward's western edge, connecting it to the town centre and beyond.

Area overview

On average Park West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 396 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Park West is £52,089 per year. There are 3 schools in Park West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Park West is home to around 4,262 people, with a population density of about 1,945.6 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
396
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Park West Population
4,262
Population density
1,945.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
182.78(+346%)
Anti-social behaviour
152.75(+568%)
Shoplifting
75.79(+524%)
Public order
52.79(+501%)
Criminal damage and arson
42.94(+259%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,934
92.33%
Other White
84
1.97%
White and Asian (mixed)
38
0.89%
Indian
37
0.87%
Irish
20
0.47%
Total population: 4,261

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,736
48.76%
Level 3 (A level)
527
14.8%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
423
11.88%
No qualifications
391
10.98%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
227
6.38%
Total 16+ residents: 3,560

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
864
44.67%
Owns with a mortgage
621
32.11%
Private landlord or letting agency
246
12.72%
Other social rented
129
6.67%
Other forms of private rent
40
2.07%
Total households: 1,934

Property prices in Park West

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £268,500 in Park West area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £765,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Park West 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 Park West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£420,000
Flats16£99,975
Semi-Detached23£278,000
Terraced11£345,000

10 years median price trend in Park West

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

All postcodes in Park West

DL38PJ

Elton Parade

DL38PS

Linden Avenue

DL37HT

Southend Avenue

DL38PE

Flora Avenue

DL38TN

Bridge Road

DL15YF

Marlborough Drive

DL15YE

Marlborough Drive

DL38EL

Slaley Walk

DL38QQ

Blackwell Lane

DL38EQ

Carmel Grove

DL38JE

Carmel Road North

DL38QF

Blackwell Lane

DL38EJ

Romanby Drive

DL38QR

Cypress Close

DL15YQ

Marlborough Drive

DL37UQ

Westcliffe Court

DL38PW

Linden Drive

DL37HY

Harewood Hill

DL38PA

Coniscliffe Road

DL15NR

Grange Road

DL38DZ

Glenfield Road

DL15PJ

Oaklea Court

DL38DU

Ravensdale Road

DL38DW

Carmel Road South

DL38JA

Cleveland Terrace

DL38JF

Pine Grove

DL38QN

Carmel Road South

DL38RB

Upsall Drive

DL37RW

Coniscliffe Road

DL38JQ

Greencroft Close

DL38DN

Ayton Drive

DL38HF

Hartford Road

DL15JP

Greener Drive

DL37HP

Beechwood Avenue

DL38QU

Briar Walk

DL15NW

Polam Road

DL37HD

Cleveland Terrace

DL37HE

Cleveland Avenue

DL15JG

Victoria Road

DL38QX

Briar Close

DL38FB

Park West

Data Sources

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