DL5 4EH is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Simpasture in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
Day-to-day life in DL5 4EH has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 109 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4EH are sourced from Output Area E00105725 (shared with 49 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DL5 4EH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL5 4EH.
302
51
£ 35,600 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL5 4EH 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 4EH 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 4EH. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DL5 4EH is above average at 109 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Sugar Hill Primary School
Woodham Burn Community Primary School
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Vane Road Primary School
Woodham Academy
Walworth School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.1 km
- One Beyond0.2 km
- Greggs0.2 km
- Johns Your Very Own Mini Market0.7 km
- Thames Butchers0.1 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Iron Horse0.5 km
- The Turbinia0.9 km
- 124 Recovery Company0.9 km
- A Squadron 201 Field Hospital0.1 km
- Aviator Gin Bar0.9 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Costa Coffee0.4 km
- The Veterans Woodcraft Café0.9 km
- Admiral0.1 km
- Something Greek at The Aviator0.9 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.3 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- The China Garden0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Four Seasons Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Krums Sandwich Bar0.4 km
- Mike's Fish Bar0.4 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Heron Foods0.1 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Aldi0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe1.1 km
- Heighington2.5 km
- Shildon4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Churchill House0.0 km
- Churchill House0.1 km
- Greenwell Rd Leisure Centre0.1 km
- Greenwell Rd Leisure Centre0.1 km
- Pease Way Medical Centre0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DL54EH · Data under Open Government Licence