DH4 7TR is a safe, established residential area on Highclere, 0.0km from Boundary Houses in Shiney Row and Penshaw. Administratively it sits within Shiney Row ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DH4, DH4 7TR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k.
Census 2021 statistics for DH4 7TR are sourced from Output Area E00170207 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHCLERE, DH4 7TR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHCLERE, DH4 7TR.
429
34
£ 38,100 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DH4 7TR 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DH4 7TR spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. £390k 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 7TR. The average age is 34.3. 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
£ 390,000
1 sales · Mean £ 390,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DH4 7TR has low crime rates — 11 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
Bournmoor Primary School
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
Shiney Row Primary School
Barnwell Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Bella Candy1.0 km
- Cooplands0.9 km
- Jagpal B S0.4 km
- Burnmoor Filling Station0.6 km
- McColls0.9 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Village Spice0.8 km
- Rana's Fish \& Chips0.8 km
- Mais- Thai0.9 km
- Pizza Box0.8 km
- Spicy China0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Shiney Row Masonic Hall0.9 km
- Shoulder Of Mutton1.0 km
- Burnmoor Cricket, Lawn Tennis and Football Club1.0 km
- Penshaw Catholic Social Club1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Isla's Kitchen0.9 km
- Coffee Connect0.9 km
- Full Of Beanz0.9 km
- The Blue Olive Deli0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op0.7 km
- Heron Foods0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Biddick Hall0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street4.7 km
- Sunderland9.3 km
- St Peters9.5 km
Bus Stops
- Chester Road-Boundary Houses0.2 km
- Chester Road-Fernlea0.2 km
- Golf Course Road-Bowes Lea0.3 km
- Golf Course Road-Bowes Lea0.3 km
- Biddick Woods Estate0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DH47TR · Data under Open Government Licence