DH4 4DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sunniside Street, 0.2km from Sunniside in Houghton-le-Spring. Administratively it sits within Houghton ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.
For families considering a move, DH4 4DG represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £244k.
Census 2021 statistics for DH4 4DG are sourced from Output Area E00170240 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SUNNISIDE STREET, DH4 4DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNNISIDE STREET, DH4 4DG.
604
32
£ 35,900 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DH4 4DG — age 32, 85% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH4 4DG. The average age is 32.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 269,995
7 sales · Mean £ 249,424
Semi-Detached
£ 185,995
3 sales · Mean £ 184,646
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DH4 4DG has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Newbottle Primary Academy
Burnside Academy Inspires
Kepier
Shiney Row Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Newbottle Food Store0.7 km
- Bargain Booze0.5 km
- Binning Convenience Store0.7 km
- Kepier Pharmacy1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Houghton Comrades Club0.9 km
- The Sun Inn & Amalfi0.4 km
- Newbottle W M C0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Dragon Inn0.5 km
- Mama's Bar Grill Pizzeria0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Grasswell Chippy0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street6.1 km
- Sunderland8.7 km
- St Peters9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Coaley Lane-Beechwood Terrace0.2 km
- Coaley Lane-Melrose Gardens0.2 km
- Coaley Lane-Beechwood Terrace0.2 km
- Coaley Lane-Melrose Gardens0.2 km
- Burnside Estate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH44DG · Data under Open Government Licence