Agincourt is in Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH4 4ZJ 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 2018-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Agincourt, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4ZJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH4 4ZL, DH4 4ZH, DH4 4XD, DH4 4UW, DH4 4UN, DH4 4XE, DH4 4TJ, DH4 4TW, DH4 4TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH4 4ZJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 48.3% | 47.3% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52.7% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 4ZJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 24.7% | 34.9% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.8% | 57.1% | -10.7% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 60.8% | 9.7% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 31.2% | -9.5% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -6.4% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around DH4 4ZJ this area, 4.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.7% | 4.6% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 11% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 14.1% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 7.1% | -1.1% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 21.2% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 40.5% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 6.7% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 96.5% | 93.2% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.5% | 94.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 94.9% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central Asia | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Agincourt was 18.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.0% lower than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Agincourt has the 4th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 68th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Agincourt, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-01-29 | £305,271 |
| 7 Agincourt, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2021-12-21 | £306,349 |
| 21 Agincourt, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-10-09 | £400,121 |
| 30 Agincourt, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, a newly built property | £309,950 | 2018-11-23 | £396,232 |
| 29 Agincourt, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, a newly built property | £209,950 | 2018-11-23 | £268,395 |
DH4 4ZJ 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 | 219 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 3,141 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 5,343 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 | 336 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwell Academy Whitefield Estate , Penshaw DH4 7RT | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Station Road , Penshaw DH4 7JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbottle Primary Academy Houghton Road , Newbottle DH4 4EE | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Penshaw Academy Langdale Road , New Penshaw DH4 7HY | 3out of 4 | 1,571 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,116 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 | 3,584 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 3,870 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 4,532 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 5,174 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 | 5,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 5,420 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 | 3,866 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 5,124 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candy Floss | 3A Thompsons Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 431 yd | |
| Hadi's Deli | 3B Thompsons Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 432 yd | |
| Freshly Made | 3B Thompsons Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 432 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop | 16B Beatrice Terrace, Shiney Row | 579 yd | |
| Coffee Connect | 15, Westbourne Terrace | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder Of Mutton | Front Street, Houghton-Le-Spring | 708 yd | |
| Shiney Row Masonic Hall | Chandler Row, Station Road | 946 yd | |
| Penshaw Catholic Social Club | Penshaw Catholic Social Club, Station Road | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandoori Garden | 1 Saint Oswalds Terrace, Shiney Row | 419 yd | |
| The Food Emporium | 1 Mill Pit, Houghton-le-Spring | 443 yd | |
| Pizza La Vita | Herrington Burn, Houghton-le-Spring | 473 yd | |
| Cook @ Cooker | 31, Meadow Terrace | 522 yd | |
| The Pizza Shop (DH4) Limited | 1 Eden Terrace, Shiney Row | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 3, 1 | 754 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Chester Road, Shiney Row | 766 yd | |
| NISA NEW HERRINGTON | 3 Banks Buildings, Houghton-le-Spring | 837 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ymca (Herrington Burn) (Closed) | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| Shiney Row TRINITY PARK | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Shiney Row Primary School | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Philadelphia Cricket Club | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| First Choice Fitness (Closed) 3-5 3-5 Westbourne Terrace | health and fitness suite | 664 yd |
| Coaley Lane Junior Football Pitch Complex STADDON WAY | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Barnwell Academy Whitefield Estate | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 222.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.