Rosedale Terrace is in Newbottle, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH4 4HQ is located in the Copt Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Houghton and Sunderland South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rosedale Terrace, Newbottle, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH4 4ER, DH4 4EJ, DH4 4HS, DH4 4HF, DH4 4EH, DH4 4HR, DH4 4HT, DH4 4HJ, DH4 4HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH4 4HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 47.4% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51.4% | 52.6% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.3% | 32% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 47.6% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 12% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 7.1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.5% | 37.7% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 34.7% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 17.9% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 7.1% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 28% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 12% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 13.3% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 12% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 21.3% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosedale Terrace was 83.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.7% higher than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rosedale Terrace has the 34th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 439th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rosedale Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2021-08-27 | £103,543 |
| 1 Rosedale Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2019-01-25 | £92,124 |
| 1 Rosedale Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2018-06-29 | £108,305 |
| 4 Rosedale Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2015-01-30 | £126,097 |
| 1 Rosedale Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2012-10-01 | £126,496 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DH4 4HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,882 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Lyons Nursery School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbottle Primary Academy Houghton Road , Newbottle DH4 4EE | 3out of 4 | 565 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside Academy Inspires Burnside Estate , DH4 5HB | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shiney Row Primary School Rear South View , Shiney Row DH4 4QP | 3out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bernard Gilpin Primary School Hall Lane , DH5 8DA | 3out of 4 | 2,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwell Academy Whitefield Estate , Penshaw DH4 7RT | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 3,784 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton School North Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9JZ | 2out of 4 | 4,792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 4,891 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AF | 3out of 4 | 4,974 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 5,400 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 5,418 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 4,004 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 5,133 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 5,153 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 5,295 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Inn | Front Street, Houghton-Le-Spring | 314 yd | |
| Mama's Bar Grill Pizzeria | Houghton Road, Houghton-Le-Spring | 366 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newbottle W M C | Newbottle Workmens Club, Front Street | 165 yd | |
| The Sun Inn & Amalfi | Houghton Road, Houghton-Le-Spring | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethels Deli | 30 South Street, Newbottle | 177 yd | |
| Cipolla Pizza | 28 - 29 South Street, Newbottle | 182 yd | |
| Grasswell Chippy | 1, Grasswell Terrace | 769 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newbottle Primary School Houghton Road | grass pitches | 633 yd |
| Coaley Lane Junior Football Pitch Complex STADDON WAY | grass pitches | 900 yd |
| Grasswell (Closed) Grasswell Caravan Site | grass pitches | 906 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.