Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

PHILADELPHIA LANE, DH4 4ES House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PHILADELPHIA LANE, DH4 4ES.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

260

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 40,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH4 4ES represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 42, DH4 4ES has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £77k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

DH4 4ES is a sought-after residential area on Philadelphia Lane, 0.2km from Holmlands Estate in Shiney Row and Penshaw. Administratively it sits within Houghton ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £77k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DH4 4ES are sourced from Output Area E00044248 (shared with 12 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 4ES. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 77,500

1 sales · Mean £ 77,500

Flat

£ 61,000

1 sales · Mean £ 61,000

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

DH4 4ES has low crime rates — 17 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 offences17
Anti-social behaviour7
Burglary5
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Newbottle Primary Academy

Good477 pupils0.4 km
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Burnside Academy Inspires

Good145 pupils1.3 km
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Shiney Row Primary School

Good241 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Newbottle W M C0.2 km
  • The Philadelphia0.9 km
  • The Sun Inn & Amalfi0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Mama's Bar Grill Pizzeria0.2 km
  • Coffee Grams0.9 km
  • Freshly Made0.9 km
  • Dragon Inn0.0 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Newbottle Food Store0.2 km
  • Philadelphia Local0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Grasswell Chippy0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street6.5 km
  • Sunderland8.1 km
  • St Peters8.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Front Street0.1 km
  • Front Street0.1 km
  • Front Street - Hartoft Close0.1 km
  • South Street0.2 km
  • Houghton Road-Coaley Lane0.2 km