About Rise Carr

Rise Carr is a residential area located in County Durham, England, within the postcode area DL3. It is situated just to the north of the town of Darlington, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The area features a mix of housing, including modern developments and older properties, catering to a variety of residents. The community is served by several schools, parks, and shops, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. Public transport links are readily available, connecting Rise Carr to the wider region. The nearby town centre of Darlington offers additional shopping, dining, and leisure options, enhancing the appeal of living in this part of County Durham.

School Ratings in Rise Carr

Families in Rise Carr have access to 56 local schools. George Dent Nursery School and Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Rise Carr

Homes sell for an average of £184K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £108K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rise Carr

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Rise Carr, with 151 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Rise Carr

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Rise Carr around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Rise Carr

Rise Carr benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,378 sales

Average Price £184K
£750 — £8.25M
Detached £329K 1,208
Semi £186K 2,271
Terraced £108K 3,045
Flat £118K 664

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
8 Secondary
18 Other
Rise Carr College 0.2 miles Longfield Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Harrowgate Hill Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Northwood Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles McNay Street Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Reid Street Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Corporation Road Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Gurney Pease Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles George Dent Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1 miles St Bede's Catholic Primary School Primary 1 miles West Park Academy Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Rise Carr IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Rise Carr are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,216 Children (0-15) 17%
33,849 Working Age 62%
15,652 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Rise Carr 773 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Rise Carr are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

291 Violence & Sexual Offences
151 Anti-Social Behaviour
83 Shoplifting
80 Criminal Damage & Arson
42 Other Theft
42 Public Order
27 Burglary
25 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Crime
5 Weapons
5 Theft from Person
4 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Drugs
Local Policing
Durham Darlington (Cockerton) Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

North Road (Darlington) Train Station 0.6 miles
Dinsdale Train Station 4.3 miles
Heighington Train Station 4.7 miles
Newton Aycliffe Train Station 5.2 miles
Teesside Airport Train Station 5.7 miles
Shildon Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Faverdale 0.6 miles Harrowgate Hill 0.6 miles Harrowgate Village 0.6 miles Cockerton 0.9 miles Branksome 1.2 miles Darlington 1.2 miles Mowden 1.4 miles Beaumont Hill 1.4 miles Hummersknott 1.8 miles Eastbourne 1.8 miles Great Burdon 1.9 miles Haughton Le Skerne 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Darlington
Ward Harrowgate Hill
Constituency Darlington
Parish Darlington, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in DL3 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 5 Abbotsfield Way 1 Abercorn Court 1 Acacia Street 1 Agricola Court 1 Ainsley Grove 1 Aldgrove Way 1 Alliance Street 2 Alwyn Road 3 Amberley Grove 1 Amiens Close 1 Ampleforth Way 1 Anns Terrace 1 Appleton Close 2 Aquinas Court 1 Archdeacon Crescent 1 Archer Street 1 Arncliffe Grove 1 Arras Close 1 Arthur Street 2 Arundel Drive 1 Ash Tree Close 1 Ashcroft Road 2 Atherstone Way 2 Auckland Avenue 1 Auckland Oval 1 Aveley Mews 1 Ayton Drive 1 Banklands Road 2 Barlby Drive 1

Postcodes in DL3 50 shown View all postcodes

DL3 0AA DL3 0AB DL3 0AD DL3 0AE DL3 0AF DL3 0AG DL3 0AH DL3 0AJ DL3 0AL DL3 0AN DL3 0AP DL3 0AQ DL3 0AR DL3 0AS DL3 0AT DL3 0AU DL3 0AW DL3 0AX DL3 0AY DL3 0AZ DL3 0BA DL3 0BB DL3 0BD DL3 0BE DL3 0BF DL3 0BG DL3 0BH DL3 0BJ DL3 0BL DL3 0BN DL3 0BP DL3 0BQ DL3 0BW DL3 0DA DL3 0DB DL3 0DD DL3 0DE DL3 0DF DL3 0DG DL3 0DH DL3 0DJ DL3 0DL DL3 0DN DL3 0DP DL3 0DQ DL3 0DR DL3 0DS DL3 0DT DL3 0DU DL3 0DW