Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

HYLTON STREET, DH4 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HYLTON STREET, DH4 4DP.

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Population

360

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DH4 4DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 37, DH4 4DP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £79k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 51.9% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DH4 4DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hylton Street, 0.2km from Grasswell in Houghton-le-Spring. Administratively it sits within Houghton ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.

For families considering a move, DH4 4DP represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £79k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 51.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DH4 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00044458 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH4 4DP. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 64,750

10 sales · Mean £ 66,895

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

DH4 4DP has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences30
Shoplifting21
Criminal damage and arson17
Anti-social behaviour16
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Newbottle Primary Academy

Good477 pupils0.4 km
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Burnside Academy Inspires

Good145 pupils0.4 km
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Kepier

Good1082 pupils1.0 km
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Houghton Le Spring Nursery School

Outstanding110 pupils1.1 km
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Bernard Gilpin Primary School

Outstanding410 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • B & M Retail Ltd0.7 km
  • Colling D M0.8 km
  • Kepier Pharmacy0.5 km
  • McColls0.7 km
  • Park Lane Cards0.7 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Newbottle W M C0.9 km
  • Bowling Club1.0 km
  • Houghton Comrades Club0.4 km
  • The Britannia0.8 km
  • The Sun Inn & Amalfi0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Grillerz0.6 km
  • Mama's Bar Grill Pizzeria0.6 km
  • Lovely Takeaway0.8 km
  • Palanquin Indian Restaurant0.6 km
  • The Nutmeg Tree0.6 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • KJ BBQ House & Pizza0.9 km
  • Pizza Castle0.6 km
  • Subway0.6 km
  • Bhaji0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Iceland Foods Limited0.8 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Heron Foods0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street6.5 km
  • Sunderland8.7 km
  • Seaham8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Houghton Road-Mowbray Terrace0.2 km
  • Houghton Rd-Grasswell Tce0.2 km
  • Brinkburn Cres-Burnside Ave0.3 km
  • Brinkburn Cres-Burnside Ave0.3 km
  • Brinkburn Cres-Newburn Cres0.4 km