DL5 4AL is a safe, established residential area on Rufus Green South, 1.0km from Woodham Village in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £86k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4AL are sourced from Output Area E00105720 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUFUS GREEN SOUTH, DL5 4AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUFUS GREEN SOUTH, DL5 4AL.
300
41
£ 32,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DL5 4AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 41, DL5 4AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £86k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL5 4AL. The average age is 41.1. 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
Terraced
£ 75,000
3 sales · Mean £ 82,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL5 4AL has low crime rates — 35 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
Vane Road Primary School
Woodham Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe
Sugar Hill Primary School
Woodham Burn Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- One Beyond0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Love Thy Cupcake0.9 km
- Bargain Buys0.9 km
- Booze Buster0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.9 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.9 km
- Cafe HQ0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Aycliffe Spice Village0.8 km
- Krums Sandwich Bar0.8 km
- Mike's Fish Bar0.8 km
- Pizza Cottage - Cuccina0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Aldi0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Newton Aycliffe Sports Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe2.3 km
- Heighington3.4 km
- Shildon5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Vane Road - School0.1 km
- Washington Crescent0.1 km
- Washington Crescent0.1 km
- Vane Road - School0.1 km
- Vane Road-Mellanby Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL54AL · Data under Open Government Licence