Macmillan Road is in Newton Aycliffe and in Sedgefield district. DL5 4LH 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 Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL5 4LJ, DL5 4LL, DL5 4ET, DL5 4LN, DL5 4LS, DL5 4LU, DL5 4LQ, DL5 4EU, DL5 4ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL5 4LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% 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 | 54.4% | 55.8% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 45.6% | 44.2% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 26.2% | 38.1% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 41.6% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 14% | 8.8% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 8.8% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 (64.4%) 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 | 29.9% | 32.4% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -16.0% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 32% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 18% | 22.3% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 10.7% | 11.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 4LH this area, 28.8% 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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.5% | 28.8% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 14.4% | 2.2% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 12.7% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15.7% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.8% | 17.9% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 5% | 3.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 97.7% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.4% | 76.7% | -7.3% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 29.1% | 13.5% | 15.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Macmillan Road was 279.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.6% higher than the Aycliffe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Macmillan Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Aycliffe East and the 144th highest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2023-06-16 | £134,191 |
| 32 Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,950 | 2021-02-05 | £165,239 |
| 27 Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2020-09-09 | £175,857 |
| 44 Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-10-28 | £158,415 |
| 35 Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,500 | 2019-06-07 | £156,745 |
DL5 4LH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodham Burn Community Primary School Humphrey Close , DL5 4EX | 2out of 4 | 164 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School Stephenson Way , DL5 7DD | 2out of 4 | 438 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Garburn Place , DL5 7DE | 2out of 4 | 532 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sugar Hill Primary School Sheraton Road , DL5 5NU | 4out of 4 | 752 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Newton Aycliffe Central Avenue , DL5 5NP | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Community College, A Specialist Arts and Science School Greenfield Way , DL5 7LF | 2out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC South Durham Long Tens Way , Aycliffe Business Park DL5 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,071 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walworth School Bluebell Way , DL5 7LP | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School Cedar Drive , DL5 6UN | - not rated | 1,904 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 | 2,053 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| T&M Kitchen | The Phoenix Club, Macmillan Road | 240 yd | |
| Elachi Indian Restaurant | 1 Beveridge Walkway | 380 yd | |
| Thames Diner | 5 Thames Centre | 409 yd | |
| Admiral | 2-3 Thames Centre | 410 yd | |
| Cafe HQ | 1 Beveridge Way | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Squadron 201 Field Hospital | Army Reserve Centre, Greenwell Road | 234 yd | |
| The Phoenix Club Ltd | Macmillan Road | 240 yd | |
| Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre | Beveridge Arcade | 313 yd | |
| Blakes Sports & Lounge Bar | Thames Centre, Beveridge Way | 443 yd | |
| The Canopus Club | Royal Air Forces Association, Barrington Road | 498 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The China Garden | 5 Beveridge Walkway | 380 yd | |
| Pizza Cottage - Cuccina | 1-3 Greenwell Road | 469 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit C3 Greenwell Road | 469 yd | |
| CIBO | 15 Greenwell Road | 469 yd | |
| Krums Sandwich Bar | 13 Greenwell Road | 509 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 60a Beveridge Way | 324 yd | |
| Aldi | Greenwell Road | 509 yd | |
| Tesco | Greenwell Road | 509 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1 Cobblers Hall | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 304 yd |
| Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery Stephenson Way | grass pitches | 535 yd |
| Newton Aycliffe Youth & Community Centre BURN LANE | 559 yd | |
| Simpasture Park SIMPASTURE PLAYING FIELD SIMPASTURE PLAYING FIELD BARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| St. Josephs Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School GARBURN PLACE | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Sugar Hill Primary School SHERATON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 656 yd |
| St. Marys Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School (Closed) Central Avenue | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Elmfield Primary School (Closed) Rowan Place | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 23.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.7% |
| 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 | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 126.35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 126.35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.