DH4 6NJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Success in Houghton-le-Spring. Administratively it sits within Houghton ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Average age 27 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DH4 6NJ are sourced from Output Area E00182869 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DH4 6NJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH4 6NJ.
337
27
£ 38,100 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH4 6NJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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
DH4 6NJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 27, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH4 6NJ. The average age is 26.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A younger demographic of homeowners. The population consists of young adults and couples who have actively bought property here.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DH4 6NJ has low crime rates — 14 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
Shiney Row Primary School
Burnside Academy Inspires
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Mama's Bar Grill Pizzeria0.9 km
- Coffee Grams0.9 km
- Freshly Made0.9 km
- Dragon Inn0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Philadelphia0.9 km
- The Sun Inn & Amalfi0.8 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jagpal B S0.9 km
- Quarry Service Station0.7 km
- Bargain Booze1.0 km
- Philadelphia Local0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street5.6 km
- Sunderland8.8 km
- St Peters9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Blind Lane-Jane Pitts Cottage0.2 km
- Blind Lane-Jane Pitts Cottage0.2 km
- Success Road-Trinity Park0.4 km
- Blind Lane-Golf Course Road0.5 km
- Blind Lane-Golf Course Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DH46NJ · Data under Open Government Licence