Postcode Analysis County Durham, North East

DH3 4SX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH3 4SX.

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Population

249

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH3 4SX 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.

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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DH3 4SX is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

DH3 4SX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.0km from Great Lumley in Great Lumley. Administratively it sits within Lumley ward and the North Durham constituency.

For families considering a move, DH3 4SX represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DH3 4SX are sourced from Output Area E00104552 (shared with 18 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 DH3 4SX. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.3%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DH3 4SX has low crime rates — 28 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.

Violence and sexual offences48
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson16
Shoplifting7
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Lumley Junior School

Good169 pupils0.1 km
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Lumley Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding179 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Two Sweet Peas0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Lumley Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Haveli0.2 km
  • Fortune Star0.1 km
  • Galaxy Pizza0.1 km
  • Lumley Chippy0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Food0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Premier - Great Lumley Convenience Store0.5 km
  • Lumley Pharmacy Ltd0.1 km
  • Windsor Store0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Old England0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street3.0 km
  • Durham7.0 km
  • Heworth12.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Church0.0 km
  • Church0.1 km
  • Windsor Terrace0.2 km
  • Medway0.2 km
  • Sevenacres0.2 km