Lowery Road is in Newton Aycliffe and in Sedgefield district. DL5 5JH is located in the Aycliffe West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lowery Road, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 5JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL5 5JL, DL5 5JP, DL5 5JR, DL5 5JJ, DL5 5JS, DL5 5JW, DL5 5ND, DL5 5JU, DL5 7AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL5 5JH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% 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 | 57.7% | 55.7% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 42.3% | 44.3% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
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 | 24.6% | 32.1% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 44.2% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 9.6% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 15.9% | 12.4% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.3% | 34.2% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 39.9% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 23% | 15.4% | -7.6% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 5JH 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 28.8% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 11.6% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 10.4% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18.8% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 16.4% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 98% 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% | 98% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lowery Road was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.3% lower than the Aycliffe East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lowery Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Aycliffe East and the 344th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Lowery Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Other, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2025-05-12 | £108,000 |
| 17 Lowery Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2021-10-25 | £130,307 |
| 5 Lowery Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2021-07-16 | £98,775 |
| 16 Lowery Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-05-28 | £132,252 |
| 6 Lowery Road, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-04-18 | £165,839 |
DL5 5JH 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 5JH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School Stephenson Way , DL5 7DD | 2out of 4 | 571 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodham Burn Community Primary School Humphrey Close , DL5 4EX | 2out of 4 | 732 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Garburn Place , DL5 7DE | 2out of 4 | 816 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sugar Hill Primary School Sheraton Road , DL5 5NU | 4out of 4 | 904 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horndale Infants' School Scholars Path , DL5 7HB | 2out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield Community College, A Specialist Arts and Science School Greenfield Way , DL5 7LF | 2out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodham Academy Washington Crescent , DL5 4AX | 3out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC South Durham Long Tens Way , Aycliffe Business Park DL5 6AP | 3out of 4 | 2,353 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 | 1,364 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Centre for Autism - Aycliffe School Cedar Drive , DL5 6UN | - not rated | 2,305 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 | 2,434 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Something Greek at The Aviator | Unit 18 Northfield Way | 370 yd | |
| T&M Kitchen | The Phoenix Club, Macmillan Road | 591 yd | |
| Thames Diner | 5 Thames Centre | 683 yd | |
| Admiral | 2-3 Thames Centre | 690 yd | |
| The Veterans Woodcraft Café | Unit 2 Sapphire House, IES Centre, Horndale Avenue | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canopus Club | Royal Air Forces Association, Barrington Road | 285 yd | |
| The Iron Horse | Emerson Way | 306 yd | |
| Aviator Gin Bar | Unit 18 Northfield Way | 370 yd | |
| 124 Recovery Company | Army Reserve Centre, Northfield Way | 384 yd | |
| The Phoenix Club Ltd | Macmillan Road | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simpasture Fisheries | 1 Simpasture Gate | 371 yd | |
| The China Garden | 5 Beveridge Walkway | 788 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | Unit 13 Leaside | 853 yd | |
| Only Food and Sauces Buttery Bar | Unit 12A Leaside | 853 yd | |
| Shake N Cake | Unit 4, Thames Centre, Gurney Way | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 60a Beveridge Way | 731 yd | |
| Aldi | Greenwell Road | 1,055 yd | |
| Tesco | Greenwell Road | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Simpasture Park SIMPASTURE PLAYING FIELD SIMPASTURE PLAYING FIELD BARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 203 yd |
| Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery Stephenson Way | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 638 yd |
| Elmfield Primary School (Closed) Rowan Place | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Oak Leaf Sports Complex | golf, indoor bowls, squash courts | 669 yd |
| School Aycliffe Sports Field 1 AERIAL HOUSE 1 AERIAL HOUSE | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Sugar Hill Primary School SHERATON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 864 yd |
| St. Josephs Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School GARBURN PLACE | grass pitches | 882 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 | 16.7% |
| 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 150.23 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 150.23 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.