Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

DH4 7LA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH4 7LA.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 38,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

DH4 7LA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DH4 7LA is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Shiney Row in Shiney Row and Penshaw. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Shiney Row ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.

This is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DH4 7LA are sourced from Output Area E00044656 (shared with 9 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 7LA. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

DH4 7LA has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting35
Violence and sexual offences16
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw

Requires Improvement344 pupils0.1 km
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Barnwell Academy

Good281 pupils0.5 km
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Shiney Row Primary School

Good241 pupils0.7 km
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New Penshaw Academy

Good162 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Bella Candy0.6 km
  • Cooplands0.5 km
  • Jagpal B S0.9 km
  • McColls0.5 km
  • Penshaw Pharmacy0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Crispy Cod0.6 km
  • Village Spice0.5 km
  • Pizza La Vita1.0 km
  • Rana's Fish \& Chips0.5 km
  • Mais- Thai0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Shiney Row Masonic Hall0.2 km
  • Shoulder Of Mutton0.4 km
  • The Prospect1.0 km
  • Penshaw Catholic Social Club0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Isla's Kitchen0.5 km
  • Coffee Connect0.5 km
  • Full Of Beanz0.5 km
  • The Blue Olive Deli0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.4 km
  • Heron Foods0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Biddick Hall0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street5.3 km
  • Sunderland8.5 km
  • St Peters8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Station Road-Redlands0.1 km
  • Station Road-Manor House0.1 km
  • Our Lady Queen Of Peace Rc School0.2 km
  • Station Road-Helmsley Close0.3 km
  • Station Road-Helmsley Close0.3 km