Kingston Mews is in Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH4 4UW 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 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingston Mews, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4UW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH4 4TJ, DH4 4JW, DH4 4ZJ, DH4 4ZH, DH4 4XD, DH4 4JF, DH4 4JP, DH4 4ZL, DH4 4XQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH4 4UW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.6% | 51.5% | -4.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 44.4% | 48.5% | 4.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DH4 4UW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24% | 28.2% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 52.7% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 2.4% | 4.5% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 14.5% | 11.9% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 48.9% | 50.2% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 32.7% | 4.9% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 2.1% | -5.0% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.3% | 16.2% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 4.7% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.2% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 19.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 38.8% | 11.8% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.3% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.9% | 96.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingston Mews was 27.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.1% lower than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingston Mews has the 12th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 126th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Kingston Mews, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2024-09-20 | £245,884 |
| 31 Kingston Mews, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-05-24 | £299,378 |
| 30 Kingston Mews, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-06-26 | £240,750 |
| 33 Kingston Mews, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-06-10 | £284,749 |
| 2 Kingston Mews, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-11-19 | £321,222 |
DH4 4UW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 176 |
| Retired | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Real estate activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 5,151 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiney Row Primary School Rear South View , Shiney Row DH4 4QP | 3out of 4 | 337 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwell Academy Whitefield Estate , Penshaw DH4 7RT | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Station Road , Penshaw DH4 7JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Penshaw Academy Langdale Road , New Penshaw DH4 7HY | 3out of 4 | 1,487 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbottle Primary Academy Houghton Road , Newbottle DH4 4EE | 3out of 4 | 1,574 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 | 3,172 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AF | 3out of 4 | 3,590 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 4,347 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 4,974 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 5,081 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 5,223 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 3,817 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 4,971 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 5,306 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 5,401 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hadi's Deli | 3B Thompsons Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 263 yd | |
| Freshly Made | 3B Thompsons Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 263 yd | |
| Candy Floss | 3A Thompsons Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 263 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop | 16B Beatrice Terrace, Shiney Row | 619 yd | |
| Full Of Beanz | 3 - 5 Westbourne Terrace, Houghton-le-Spring | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder Of Mutton | Front Street, Houghton-Le-Spring | 742 yd | |
| Shiney Row Masonic Hall | Chandler Row, Station Road | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza La Vita | Herrington Burn, Houghton-le-Spring | 309 yd | |
| Cook @ Cooker | 31, Meadow Terrace | 328 yd | |
| Tandoori Garden | 1 Saint Oswalds Terrace, Shiney Row | 395 yd | |
| The Food Emporium | 1 Mill Pit, Houghton-le-Spring | 418 yd | |
| The Pizza Shop (DH4) Limited | 1 Eden Terrace, Shiney Row | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NISA NEW HERRINGTON | 3 Banks Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 643 yd | |
| Co-Op | 3, 1 | 841 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Chester Road, Shiney Row | 878 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ymca (Herrington Burn) (Closed) | grass pitches | 194 yd |
| Philadelphia Cricket Club | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Shiney Row Primary School | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Shiney Row TRINITY PARK | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| First Choice Fitness (Closed) 3-5 3-5 Westbourne Terrace | health and fitness suite | 716 yd |
| Herrington Recreation Ground LANGLEY STREET | grass pitches | 915 yd |
| Coaley Lane Junior Football Pitch Complex STADDON WAY | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Barnwell Academy Whitefield Estate | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,001 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% |
| Median download speed | 73.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 45.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.