DL5 4DQ is a sought-after residential area on The Coppice, 0.4km from Woodham Village in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe North and Middridge ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
For serious buyers, DL5 4DQ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £212k, down 15.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4DQ are sourced from Output Area E00105817 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE COPPICE, DL5 4DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE COPPICE, DL5 4DQ.
510
36
£ 45,600 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DL5 4DQ is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 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. Property prices are trending down 15.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL5 4DQ. The average age is 36.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 208,000
26 sales · Mean £ 198,326
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL5 4DQ has low crime rates — 44 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.
school Local Schools
Woodham Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe
Vane Road Primary School
Woodham Burn Community Primary School
Walworth School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Sugar Hill Primary School
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Happy Valley0.6 km
- Sunny House0.4 km
- Olive Garden Pizzeria0.6 km
- Aycliffe Chop Suey House1.0 km
- Masala Tandoori0.6 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- McColls1.0 km
- Woodham Services0.6 km
- The Village Pharmacy0.6 km
- Premier - Woodham Village Store0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Turbinia1.0 km
- The Huntsman0.4 km
- The Cobblers Hall0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Garden Kitchen Coffee Shop0.6 km
- Bengal Lounge0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe2.3 km
- Heighington3.9 km
- Shildon4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Well House Drive (North)0.2 km
- Woodham Way-Brafferton Close0.2 km
- Woodham Way - Brafferton Close0.2 km
- Well House Drive (North)0.2 km
- Woodham Way - Brafferton Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL54DQ · Data under Open Government Licence