Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DL5 4AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL5 4AW.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 32,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DL5 4AW is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DL5 4AW is a safe, established residential area located 1.0km from Woodham Village in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

For families considering a move, DL5 4AW represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% 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 4AW are sourced from Output Area E00105720 (shared with 9 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 4AW. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

DL5 4AW 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 offences50
Anti-social behaviour23
Public order10
Criminal damage and arson9
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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Vane Road Primary School

Good419 pupils0.2 km
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Woodham Academy

Good987 pupils0.4 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 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • One Beyond1.0 km
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • Love Thy Cupcake1.0 km
  • Bargain Buys0.9 km
  • Booze Buster0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.8 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.9 km
  • Cafe HQ0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Aycliffe Spice Village0.8 km
  • Krums Sandwich Bar0.8 km
  • Mike's Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Pizza Cottage - Cuccina0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Newton Aycliffe Sports Club0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton Aycliffe2.3 km
  • Heighington3.4 km
  • Shildon5.1 km

Bus Stops

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