Residents split over plans to demolish and rebuild Newton Aycliffe estate

Residents of a housing estate in Newton Aycliffe are split over plans to demolish the 495-property site and rebuild it.

Livin, the social landlord who announced the plans, said it is still consulting residents over its plans for the Western Newton Aycliffe site.

Some of the residents feel there is nothing wrong with the houses.

However, not everyone feels the houses are up to standard.

Livin has said any new development would include updated housing, better play areas for children and a communal venue. It said any work that goes ahead will only be with community support.

The proposals are to be debated by town councillors next week.