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.
DH4 7LA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DH4 7LA.
310
46
£ 38,100 /yr
54%
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
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw
Barnwell Academy
Shiney Row Primary School
New Penshaw Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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, Cafe
4 nearby- Isla's Kitchen0.5 km
- Coffee Connect0.5 km
- Full Of Beanz0.5 km
- The Blue Olive Deli0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op0.4 km
- Heron Foods0.5 km
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
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Postcode Profile: DH47LA · Data under Open Government Licence