DL5 4DH is a mixed residential area on Greenwell Road, 0.9km from Simpasture in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4DH are sourced from Output Area E00105725 (shared with 49 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREENWELL ROAD, DL5 4DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREENWELL ROAD, DL5 4DH.
302
51
£ 35,600 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL5 4DH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DL5 4DH is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL5 4DH. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL5 4DH is above average at 90 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Sugar Hill Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe
Woodham Burn Community Primary School
Vane Road Primary School
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
Woodham Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Walworth School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- One Beyond0.1 km
- Greggs0.1 km
- Johns Your Very Own Mini Market0.7 km
- Thames Butchers0.3 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Iron Horse0.8 km
- Newton Aycliffe Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd0.3 km
- Round House Sports Leisure Bar0.3 km
- The Canopus Club0.6 km
- A Squadron 201 Field Hospital0.3 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Costa Coffee0.1 km
- Admiral0.2 km
- Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.8 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.0 km
- Thames Diner0.3 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- The China Garden0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.0 km
- Fresh Newton Aycliffe0.6 km
- Aycliffe Chop Suey House0.9 km
- CIBO0.0 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.1 km
- Heron Foods0.2 km
- Aldi0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe1.4 km
- Heighington2.7 km
- Shildon4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Greenwell Road - Dalton Way0.1 km
- Greenwell Road - Dalton Way0.1 km
- Central Avenue Tesco0.2 km
- Central Avenue0.2 km
- Central Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL54DH · Data under Open Government Licence