Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

PHILPOTTS WALK, DL5 4AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PHILPOTTS WALK, DL5 4AA.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 32,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL5 4AA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DL5 4AA's 60% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL5 4AA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Philpotts Walk, 0.9km from Woodham Village in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4AA are sourced from Output Area E00105718 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL5 4AA. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DL5 4AA has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences49
Anti-social behaviour36
Shoplifting21
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Woodham Academy

Good987 pupils0.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe

Good0.3 km
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Vane Road Primary School

Good419 pupils0.4 km
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Sugar Hill Primary School

Outstanding467 pupils0.9 km
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Woodham Burn Community Primary School

Requires Improvement234 pupils1.2 km
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Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School

Good334 pupils1.4 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good112 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • One Beyond0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Thames Butchers0.9 km
  • Thames Fruit & Veg0.9 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.6 km
  • Admiral0.9 km
  • Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.9 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.6 km
  • Thames Diner0.9 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Huntsman0.9 km
  • A Squadron 201 Field Hospital0.9 km
  • Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre0.9 km
  • Newton Aycliffe Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd0.9 km
  • Round House Sports Leisure Bar0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Reds0.9 km
  • The China Garden0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Sunny House0.9 km
  • Aycliffe Spice Village0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.9 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Aldi0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton Aycliffe2.1 km
  • Heighington3.3 km
  • Shildon4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • St Marys School0.2 km
  • Vane Road - School0.3 km
  • Vane Road-Mellanby Crescent0.3 km
  • Vane Road - School0.3 km
  • Washington Crescent0.3 km