Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

RUFUS GREEN NORTH, DL5 4AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUFUS GREEN NORTH, DL5 4AP.

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Population

275

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 32,500 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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9/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 44, DL5 4AP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £100k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

DL5 4AP is a safe, established residential area on Rufus Green North, 0.9km from Woodham Village in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

Within the DL5 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4AP are sourced from Output Area E00105719 (shared with 23 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 4AP. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 87,750

2 sales · Mean £ 87,750

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

DL5 4AP has low crime rates — 29 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 offences26
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson6
Shoplifting4
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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Woodham Academy

Good987 pupils0.2 km
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Vane Road Primary School

Good419 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe

Good0.5 km
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Sugar Hill Primary School

Outstanding467 pupils1.1 km
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Woodham Burn Community Primary School

Requires Improvement234 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • One Beyond0.9 km
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • Love Thy Cupcake1.0 km
  • Bargain Buys0.9 km
  • Booze Buster0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.9 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.9 km
  • Cafe HQ0.9 km
  • Bengal Lounge1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Huntsman1.0 km
  • Newton Aycliffe Sports Club0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Reds1.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Sunny House1.0 km
  • Aycliffe Spice Village0.8 km
  • Krums Sandwich Bar0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Aldi0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton Aycliffe2.3 km
  • Heighington3.5 km
  • Shildon5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Washington Crescent0.1 km
  • Washington Crescent0.1 km
  • Vane Road - School0.2 km
  • Vane Road - School0.2 km
  • Vane Road-Mellanby Crescent0.2 km