Weardale Street is in Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH5 0DZ is located in the Hetton 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 Weardale Street, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 0DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH5 0DY, DH5 0ED, DH5 0DU, DH5 0EA, DH5 0DT, DH5 0DS, DH5 0DR, DH5 0EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DH5 0DZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 38.1% | 41% | 2.9% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 32.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 17.3% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 5.2% | -4.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.4% | 42.2% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 21.4% | 28.4% | 7.0% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 26% | 16% | -10.0% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 8% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 4.1% |
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.
In the area around DH5 0DZ this area, 31.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42% | 31.8% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 15.6% | 4.8% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.9% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 15% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.3% | 15.6% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -18.2% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 76.7% | -5.1% |
| No passport held | 28.4% | 13.5% | 14.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Weardale Street was 70.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% lower than the Hetton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Weardale Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Hetton and the 411th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.3%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Weardale Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2024-02-21 | £48,501 |
| 6 Weardale Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2015-12-04 | £73,433 |
| 6 Weardale Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2012-12-03 | £51,330 |
| 4 Weardale Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2012-09-04 | £57,228 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton Lyons Nursery School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 3,803 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton Primary School Moorsley Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9ND | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Rainton Primary School School Road , East Rainton DH5 9RA | 3out of 4 | 1,809 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Lane Primary School High Street , Easington Lane DH5 0JT | 3out of 4 | 2,444 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School Church Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9AJ | 2out of 4 | 2,710 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton School North Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9JZ | 2out of 4 | 950 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 3,528 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Community School Buckinghamshire Road , Belmont DH1 2QP | 3out of 4 | 5,324 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elemore Hall School Pittington , DH6 1QD | 3out of 4 | 2,565 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Cottage | 42 Airedale Gardens, Hetton-le-Hole | 567 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hetton Comprehensive School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 34.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.39 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.