Espin Walk is in Newton Aycliffe and in Sedgefield district. DL5 4JT is located in the Aycliffe East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Espin Walk, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL5 4JP, DL5 4JR, DL5 4AE, DL5 4AA, DL5 4HR, DL5 4AD, DL5 4JW, DL5 4HS, DL5 5RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL5 4JT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 55.3% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 44.2% | 44.7% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.7% | 28.2% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 34.4% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 14.1% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 21.6% | 19.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 13.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.7% | 27.6% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -20.8% |
| Good health | 30% | 34.9% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 30.2% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 17.5% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 7.3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around DL5 4JT this area, 30.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44% | 30.9% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 10.3% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 14.9% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 11.8% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 11.5% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 17.2% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 4% | 3.4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.7% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 96.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.2% | 96.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Espin Walk was 96.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.4% lower than the Aycliffe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Espin Walk has the 28th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Aycliffe East and the 666th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Espin Walk, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2018-01-31 | £87,154 |
| 7 Espin Walk, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2015-03-24 | £84,013 |
| 10 Espin Walk, Newton Aycliffe, Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £38,250 | 2002-05-28 | £114,750 |
DL5 4JT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL5 4JT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Newton Aycliffe Central Avenue , DL5 5NP | 3out of 4 | 156 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vane Road Primary School Vane Road , DL5 5RH | 3out of 4 | 493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sugar Hill Primary School Sheraton Road , DL5 5NU | 4out of 4 | 824 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodham Burn Community Primary School Humphrey Close , DL5 4EX | 2out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School Stephenson Way , DL5 7DD | 2out of 4 | 1,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodham Academy Washington Crescent , DL5 4AX | 3out of 4 | 404 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Community College, A Specialist Arts and Science School Greenfield Way , DL5 7LF | 2out of 4 | 2,533 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC South Durham Long Tens Way , Aycliffe Business Park DL5 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,534 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School Cedar Drive , DL5 6UN | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornbeck College - North East Autism Society Thornbeck College (Aycliffe Campus) , Cedar Drive DL5 6UN | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walworth School Bluebell Way , DL5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 1,638 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aycliffe Secure Services Care of: Durham County Council , 26 Chilton Way DL17 0SD | - not rated | 5,364 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Greenwell Road | 506 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Extra, Greenwell Road | 603 yd | |
| Cafe HQ | 1 Beveridge Way | 662 yd | |
| Elachi Indian Restaurant | 1 Beveridge Walkway | 772 yd | |
| Admiral | 2-3 Thames Centre | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakes Sports & Lounge Bar | Thames Centre, Beveridge Way | 887 yd | |
| Newton Aycliffe Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd | Sheraton Road | 897 yd | |
| A Squadron 201 Field Hospital | Army Reserve Centre, Greenwell Road | 918 yd | |
| Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre | Beveridge Arcade | 931 yd | |
| Newton Aycliffe Sports Club | Moore Lane | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Krums Sandwich Bar | 13 Greenwell Road | 506 yd | |
| Mike's Fish Bar | 5 Greenwell Road | 506 yd | |
| Aycliffe Spice Village | 7 Greenwell Road | 506 yd | |
| Pizza Cottage - Cuccina | 1-3 Greenwell Road | 603 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit C3 Greenwell Road | 603 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Greenwell Road | 506 yd | |
| Tesco | Greenwell Road | 506 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 60a Beveridge Way | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Marys Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School (Closed) Central Avenue | grass pitches | 169 yd |
| Woodham Academy WASHINGTON CRESCENT | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 309 yd |
| Vane Road Primary School Vane Road | grass pitches | 370 yd |
| Newton Aycliffe Youth & Community Centre BURN LANE | 403 yd | |
| Sugar Hill Primary School SHERATON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 790 yd |
| Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 928 yd |
| Moore Lane Park MOORE LANE | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Newton Aycliffe Sports Club MOORE LANE | grass pitches | 933 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 34.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 48.06 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 48.06 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.13 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.