Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

WASHINGTON CRESCENT, DL5 4BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WASHINGTON CRESCENT, DL5 4BW.

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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 4BW 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 4BW'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 4BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Washington Crescent, 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 4BW represents 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. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £142k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4BW 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 4BW. 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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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 142,000

3 sales · Mean £ 129,166

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

DL5 4BW has low crime rates — 33 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 offences48
Anti-social behaviour27
Criminal damage and arson11
Public order6
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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Vane Road Primary School

Good419 pupils0.2 km
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Woodham Academy

Good987 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe

Good0.3 km
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Sugar Hill Primary School

Outstanding467 pupils1.0 km
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Woodham Burn Community Primary School

Requires Improvement234 pupils1.3 km
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Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School

Good334 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • One Beyond0.8 km
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • Johns Your Very Own Mini Market1.0 km
  • Thames Butchers1.0 km
  • + 10 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Admiral1.0 km
  • Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.8 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.7 km
  • Thames Diner1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • The China Garden0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Aycliffe Spice Village0.7 km
  • Four Seasons Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • Krums Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Heron Foods1.0 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Newton Aycliffe Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd1.0 km
  • Round House Sports Leisure Bar1.0 km
  • Newton Aycliffe Sports Club0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton Aycliffe2.2 km
  • Heighington3.4 km
  • Shildon5.0 km

Bus Stops

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