Is DH4 7PQ a safe place to live?

Yes, DH4 7PQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 29 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of DH4 7PQ?

The population for the DH4 7PQ area is approximately 246 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

STATION ROAD, DH4 7PQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, DH4 7PQ.

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

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Population

246

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DH4 7PQ 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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4/10

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4/10

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6/10

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4/10

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1/10

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7/10

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4/10

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8/10

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3/10

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Area Character

DH4 7PQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 83% 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DH4 7PQ is a sought-after residential area on Station Road, 0.4km from Mount Pleasant in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Washington East ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.

For families considering a move, DH4 7PQ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DH4 7PQ are sourced from Output Area E00044687 (shared with 8 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 7PQ. The average age is 47.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%

Asian / British Asian2.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 4%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

DH4 7PQ has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences27

Shoplifting15

Burglary10

Vehicle crime6

Anti-social behaviour5

school Local Schools

New Penshaw Academy

Good162 pupils0.4 km

Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School, Penshaw

Requires Improvement344 pupils0.7 km

Barnwell Academy

Good281 pupils0.8 km

Fatfield Academy

Good210 pupils1.2 km

Shiney Row Primary School

Good241 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

Crispy Cod0.7 km
Peach Gardens0.7 km
Panda Chef0.2 km

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Penshaw Pharmacy0.7 km
Marshalls The Bakers0.7 km
Penshaw Stores0.8 km
Abi Madu Convenience Store0.2 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

Shiney Row Masonic Hall0.8 km
Fiume Restaurant & River Bar1.0 km
Penshaw Catholic Social Club0.7 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Biddick Hall0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Chester-Le-Street5.3 km
Sunderland8.5 km
St Peters8.6 km

Bus Stops

Station Road-Penshaw Lodge0.1 km
Station Road-Gladstone Terrace0.1 km
Coxgreen Road0.2 km
Station Road-Wensleydale Avenue0.2 km
Langdale Road-Railway Monument0.2 km