Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DL5 4DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL5 4DU.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL5 4DU 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.

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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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10/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

DL5 4DU 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL5 4DU is a mixed residential area located 0.7km from Simpasture in Newton Aycliffe. Administratively it sits within Aycliffe East ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

Day-to-day life in DL5 4DU has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. 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 106 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for DL5 4DU are sourced from Output Area E00105725 (shared with 49 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL5 4DU. 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

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DL5 4DU is above average at 106 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.

Anti-social behaviour142
Violence and sexual offences126
Shoplifting119
Criminal damage and arson32
Public order26

school Local Schools

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Sugar Hill Primary School

Outstanding467 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Newton Aycliffe

Good0.6 km
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Woodham Burn Community Primary School

Requires Improvement234 pupils0.6 km
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Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School

Good334 pupils0.7 km
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Vane Road Primary School

Good419 pupils0.9 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good112 pupils1.0 km
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Woodham Academy

Good987 pupils1.0 km
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Walworth School

Good71 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.0 km
  • One Beyond0.1 km
  • Greggs0.1 km
  • Johns Your Very Own Mini Market0.7 km
  • Thames Butchers0.1 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Iron Horse0.6 km
  • The Turbinia0.9 km
  • Newton Aycliffe Sports Club0.9 km
  • A Squadron 201 Field Hospital0.2 km
  • Aviator Gin Bar1.0 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.3 km
  • The Veterans Woodcraft Café0.9 km
  • Admiral0.1 km
  • Newton Aycliffe FC Bait Cabin0.9 km
  • Something Greek at The Aviator1.0 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • The China Garden0.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • Four Seasons Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Krums Sandwich Bar0.3 km
  • Mike's Fish Bar0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.1 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Aldi0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton Aycliffe1.3 km
  • Heighington2.6 km
  • Shildon4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Central Avenue0.1 km
  • Central Avenue0.1 km
  • Greenwell Road - Dalton Way0.1 km
  • Greenwell Rd Leisure Centre0.1 km
  • Greenwell Rd Leisure Centre0.1 km