County Durham

Is Great Aycliffe DL5 safe?

Covering wards: Aycliffe South, Heighington & Coniscliffe, Sedgefield, Aycliffe North & Middridge

Thinking about moving to Great Aycliffe DL5? Police recorded 222 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — DL5 area

Official UK Police data

222 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 92
Anti-social behaviour 39
Criminal damage & arson 23
Above the national average

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Frequently asked questions

Is Great Aycliffe DL5 safe to live in?

Great Aycliffe DL5 recorded 222 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 92 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Great Aycliffe DL5?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Great Aycliffe DL5 were: Violence & sexual offences (92), Anti-social behaviour (39), and Criminal damage & arson (23). These accounted for 69% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Great Aycliffe DL5 compare to the national average?

Great Aycliffe DL5 is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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