Redshank Drive is in Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH5 0GX is located in the Hetton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Houghton and Sunderland South. This postcode has been in use since 2015-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Redshank Drive, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 0GX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH5 0GW, DH5 0GU, DH5 0GZ, DH5 0GB, DH5 0GY, DH5 0GJ, DH5 0HS, DH5 0GL, DH5 0HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH5 0GX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 45.8% | 49.1% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 54.2% | 50.9% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DH5 0GX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.5% | 48.1% | 10.6% | 37.9% | 10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 43.8% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 8% | 4.3% | -3.7% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 0.7% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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 (94.2%) 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 | 48.2% | 66.3% | 18.1% | 48.4% | 17.9% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 27.9% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 15% | 5.8% | -9.2% | 12.7% | -6.9% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 0GX this area, 5.2% 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 | 22.8% | 5.2% | -17.6% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 5.4% | -13.4% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.9% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.9% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 29.3% | 15.4% | 16.9% | 12.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 39% | 19.4% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.2% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.8% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.8% 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% | 96.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 96.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Redshank Drive was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.6% lower than the Hetton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Redshank Drive has the 4th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Hetton and the 219th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 129.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Redshank Drive, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2025-03-28 | £184,720 |
| 27 Redshank Drive, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2025-01-31 | £154,643 |
| 6 Redshank Drive, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-10-17 | £138,322 |
| 30 Redshank Drive, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-06-27 | £204,283 |
| 22 Redshank Drive, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-05-16 | £124,057 |
DH5 0GX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 271 |
| Part-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 810 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 3,981 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton Lyons Primary School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Lane Primary School High Street , Easington Lane DH5 0JT | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Primary School Moorsley Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9ND | 3out of 4 | 1,343 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School Church Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9AJ | 2out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Hetton Primary Frederick Terrace , South Hetton DH6 2TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,683 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,528 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 4,024 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,815 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Energy Bar | 58 High Street, Easington Lane | 448 yd | |
| Ti Amo | Davy Lamp Hotel, Brick Garth | 523 yd | |
| Di's Diner | Bramble Hollow, Four Lane Ends | 587 yd | |
| Elemore Park Coffee Shop | Elemore Park, Elemore Lane | 662 yd | |
| Little Lane Adventures | 181 High Street, Easington Lane | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easington Lane W M C | 101, High Street | 418 yd | |
| Bonnie Pit Lad | 131, High Street | 554 yd | |
| Hetton Masonic Hall | Station Road, Houghton-le-Spring | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda Chinese | 30 High Street, Easington Lane | 400 yd | |
| Canton Diner | 68 High Street, Easington Lane | 475 yd | |
| Super Pizza | 125 High Street, Easington Lane | 526 yd | |
| Flame Grill | 135 High Street, Easington Lane | 555 yd | |
| Spice Club | 133 High Street, Easington Lane | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snippersgate Filling Station | Snippersgate Motor Co, South Hetton Road | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hetton Lyons Cricket Club LILYWHITE TERRACE | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Easington Lane Community Access Point BRICKGARTH | 495 yd | |
| Easington Lane Primary School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School | grass pitches | 815 yd |
| Hetton Lyons Country Park LINDRICK PARK | cycling, grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Easington Lane Flatts (Closed) Elemore Lane | grass pitches | 937 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 | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 82.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.