Front Street is in Colliery Row, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH4 6LR is located in the Houghton 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 Front Street, Colliery Row, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 6LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH4 5PA, DH4 6LS, DH4 6LP, DH4 6ND, DH4 5NX, DH4 5PB, DH4 6NB, DH4 5NN, DH4 5PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH4 6LR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 50.7% | 48.1% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.9% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 26.6% | 33.1% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 45.9% | -12.5% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.6% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 40.9% | 41.6% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 35% | 36.1% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15.2% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.9% | 23.5% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.7% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 13.8% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 9.2% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 21.2% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.8% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Front Street was 66.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% lower than the Houghton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Front Street has the 26th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Houghton and the 390th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7A Front Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-07-11 | £135,665 |
| 4A Front Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-03-19 | £217,484 |
| 7 Front Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-03-29 | £394,174 |
| 8 Front Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2014-01-10 | £128,022 |
| 9 - 11 Front Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2010-03-25 | £88,389 |
DH4 6LR 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 2,218 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 | 4,475 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubmire Primary Britannia Terrace , Fence Houses DH4 6HL | 1out of 4 | 272 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnside Academy Inspires Burnside Estate , DH4 5HB | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlea Primary School Fence Houses , DH4 6AR | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Primary School Durham Road , DH5 8NF | 4out of 4 | 1,796 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbottle Primary Academy Houghton Road , Newbottle DH4 4EE | 3out of 4 | 1,904 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 | 1,608 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton School North Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9JZ | 2out of 4 | 3,772 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Church Chare , DH3 3QA | 3out of 4 | 5,422 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K9 Coffee House | 3, Front Street | 49 yd | |
| Mangal House | Front Street, Fence Houses | 179 yd | |
| Chilton Diner | Vacant Property, 17 | 179 yd | |
| Dolce Catering (Main And Foam Plant Kitchen) | 2 Phoenix Way, Rainton Bridge Industrial Estate | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Gardeners Arms | Front Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 27 yd | |
| Dubmire W M Club | Dubmire Workmens Club, Wynyard Street | 104 yd | |
| Dubmire R.B.L. Social Club | Dubmire Royal British Legion Social Club, Britannia Terrace | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Wok | 2, Front Street | 1 yd | |
| Cream Curls / King Of Fast Food | 2B Front Street, Fence Houses | 40 yd | |
| Pizzalicious | 10 Gladstone Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 134 yd | |
| Mangal Smash Burgers Pizzas And Kebabs | Mangal House, Front Street | 143 yd | |
| Golden Fry Inn Fencehouses Ltd | 85, Station Avenue North | 562 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dubmire Junior School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Leyburn Grove SEABURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 888 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| 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 | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 132.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.