DH4 4AS is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km from Grasswell in Houghton-le-Spring. Administratively it sits within Copt Hill ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.
For families considering a move, DH4 4AS represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 111 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for DH4 4AS are sourced from Output Area E00044251 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DH4 4AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH4 4AS.
237
44
£ 40,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH4 4AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DH4 4AS's 68% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH4 4AS. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around DH4 4AS is above average at 111 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Burnside Academy Inspires
Houghton Le Spring Nursery School
Kepier
Newbottle Primary Academy
Bernard Gilpin Primary School
Gillas Lane Primary Academy
St Michael's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- B & M Retail Ltd0.3 km
- Colling D M0.6 km
- House Of Ruhr0.6 km
- Kepier Pharmacy0.5 km
- Market Express Store0.8 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Grillerz0.3 km
- Mama's Bar Grill Pizzeria0.9 km
- Costa0.3 km
- Space 40.2 km
- Lovely Takeaway0.5 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- KJ BBQ House & Pizza0.5 km
- Pizza Castle0.3 km
- Pizza Dial0.7 km
- Subway0.3 km
- Fabio's Express0.5 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The White Lion0.5 km
- The Wild Boar0.5 km
- Tropi's Bar0.5 km
- Bowling Club0.7 km
- Glendale Social Club0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Heron Foods0.3 km
- Iceland Foods Limited0.4 km
- Lidl0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street6.8 km
- Seaham8.5 km
- Sunderland8.7 km
Bus Stops
- Newbottle Street-Hall0.1 km
- Newbottle Street-Hall0.1 km
- Newbottle Street0.2 km
- Brinkburn Cres-Station Rd0.3 km
- Houghton Le Spring0.3 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: DH44AS · Data under Open Government Licence