DH4 7ED is a sought-after residential area on Chingford Close, 0.3km from Herrington Burn 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 7ED offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DH4 7ED are sourced from Output Area E00044658 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHINGFORD CLOSE, DH4 7ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHINGFORD CLOSE, DH4 7ED.
450
38
£ 38,100 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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 7ED spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DH4 7ED. The average age is 37.5. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
Detached
£ 217,000
1 sales · Mean £ 217,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DH4 7ED has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Barnwell Academy
Shiney Row Primary School
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
New Penshaw Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Bella Candy0.6 km
- Jai's1.0 km
- Life Style Express0.5 km
- T.S.C. Dobbin Ltd (Pharmacy)0.6 km
- Cooplands0.7 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Crispy Cod0.6 km
- Magic Wok0.5 km
- Village Spice0.8 km
- Pizza La Vita0.4 km
- Rana's Fish \& Chips0.8 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Shiney Row Masonic Hall0.7 km
- Monument Pub0.9 km
- Shoulder Of Mutton0.6 km
- The Philadelphia0.7 km
- The Prospect0.5 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Isla's Kitchen0.7 km
- Coffee Connect0.7 km
- Coffee Grams0.7 km
- Freshly Made0.7 km
- Full Of Beanz0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op0.8 km
- NISA NEW HERRINGTON0.4 km
- Heron Foods0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street6.1 km
- Sunderland7.8 km
- St Peters7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Windermere Crescent0.2 km
- Windermere Crescent0.2 km
- Chester Road-Windermere Crescent0.2 km
- Windermere Crescent0.3 km
- Windermere Crescent0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DH47ED · Data under Open Government Licence