DL5 4AA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Philpotts Walk, 0.9km from Woodham Village in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 60% 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 4AA are sourced from Output Area E00105718 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PHILPOTTS WALK, DL5 4AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PHILPOTTS WALK, DL5 4AA.
273
43
£ 32,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL5 4AA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DL5 4AA'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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL5 4AA. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL5 4AA 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.
school Local Schools
Woodham Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe
Vane Road Primary School
Sugar Hill Primary School
Woodham Burn Community Primary School
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- One Beyond0.7 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Thames Butchers0.9 km
- Thames Fruit & Veg0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Admiral0.9 km
- Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.9 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.6 km
- Thames Diner0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Huntsman0.9 km
- A Squadron 201 Field Hospital0.9 km
- Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre0.9 km
- Newton Aycliffe Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd0.9 km
- Round House Sports Leisure Bar0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Reds0.9 km
- The China Garden0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Sunny House0.9 km
- Aycliffe Spice Village0.6 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Heron Foods0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Aldi0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe2.1 km
- Heighington3.3 km
- Shildon4.8 km
Bus Stops
- St Marys School0.2 km
- Vane Road - School0.3 km
- Vane Road-Mellanby Crescent0.3 km
- Vane Road - School0.3 km
- Washington Crescent0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DL54AA · Data under Open Government Licence