DL5 4DF is a sought-after residential area on The Swale, 0.5km from Woodham Village in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe North and Middridge ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL5, DL5 4DF offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £228k, down 9.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4DF are sourced from Output Area E00105817 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE SWALE, DL5 4DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SWALE, DL5 4DF.
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 36, DL5 4DF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 9.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL5 4DF. 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
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 200,874
28 sales · Mean £ 204,899
Semi-Detached
£ 159,950
19 sales · Mean £ 164,468
Terraced
£ 131,000
2 sales · Mean £ 131,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DL5 4DF has low crime rates — 39 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
Sugar Hill Primary School
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- One Beyond1.0 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- Bargain Buys1.0 km
- Booze Buster1.0 km
- McColls0.8 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd1.0 km
- Garden Kitchen Coffee Shop0.6 km
- Bengal Lounge0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Happy Valley0.6 km
- Sunny House0.5 km
- Olive Garden Pizzeria0.6 km
- Aycliffe Chop Suey House0.9 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Aldi0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Turbinia0.9 km
- The Huntsman0.5 km
- The Cobblers Hall0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Aycliffe2.1 km
- Heighington3.7 km
- Shildon4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Woodham Way - Brafferton Close0.1 km
- Woodham Way-Brafferton Close0.1 km
- Agnew Way-Kings Drive0.2 km
- Woodham Way - Brafferton Close0.2 km
- Woodham Way-Brafferton Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DL54DF · Data under Open Government Licence