Eppleton Terrace West is in Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH5 9DU 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eppleton Terrace West, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 9DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH5 9DT, DH5 9DX, DH5 9DS, DH5 9DY, DH5 9DZ, DH5 9DE, DH5 9DP, DH5 9ED, DH5 9DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH5 9DU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 54.2% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 46% | 45.8% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 | 36.5% | 34.8% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39% | 34% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -10.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 18.2% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 12.1% |
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 (57.8%) 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 | 37% | 28.3% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -20.1% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 29.5% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 30.1% | 17.6% | 12.7% | 17.4% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 10% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 8.8% | 2% | -6.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 9DU this area, 47.5% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 47.5% | 11.6% | 18.2% | 29.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 6.6% | -9.8% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 10% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 12.9% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 14.8% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 7% | 1.6% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 98.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.8% | 76.7% | -18.9% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 41.3% | 13.5% | 27.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 14.5% | 6.0% | 8.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eppleton Terrace West was 110.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.1% higher than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eppleton Terrace West has the 25th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 333rd highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Eppleton Terrace West, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2014-05-30 | £99,728 |
| 10 Eppleton Terrace West, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2012-12-18 | £84,980 |
| 1 Eppleton Terrace West, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2005-08-12 | £125,242 |
| 1 Eppleton Terrace West, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2003-04-25 | £135,840 |
| 13 Eppleton Terrace West, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £29,950 | 2002-05-29 | £86,127 |
DH5 9DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DH5 9DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 125 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Other | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,215 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eppleton Academy Primary School Church Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9AJ | 2out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Primary School Moorsley Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9ND | 3out of 4 | 1,152 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillas Lane Primary Academy Seaton Avenue , DH5 8EH | 3out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Primary School Durham Road , DH5 8NF | 4out of 4 | 2,181 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,187 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 2,577 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 | 4,102 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 4,985 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freyas Dessert Parlour | 1 Richard Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 474 yd | |
| The Lakes Cafe | Hetton Lyons Park, Colliery Lane | 619 yd | |
| The Little Peppercorn Tearooms | A, 23 | 696 yd | |
| The Centre Spot Cafe | Hetton Centre, Welfare Road | 721 yd | |
| Hope Bank View | Dene Street, New Silksworth | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel Flat, John Street | 471 yd | |
| Hetton Victory Club | Hetton Victory Club Ltd, Richard Street | 559 yd | |
| Hetton & District WMC | Richard Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 605 yd | |
| Davey Arms | 9 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 611 yd | |
| Brewers Arms | 9, Front Street | 652 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty House | 42, Market Street | 87 yd | |
| Market Street Chippy | 36, Market Street | 87 yd | |
| Spicy Balti | 38, Market Street | 87 yd | |
| Pacino's | 44 Market Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 108 yd | |
| The Macro Kitchen | 43A Regent Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 15, Front Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 563 yd | |
| Tesco | 15, Front Street | 563 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hetton Lyons Country Park LINDRICK PARK | cycling, grass pitches | 645 yd |
| Hetton Community Pool And Wellness Centre HETTON COMMNITY POOL AND WELLNESS CENTRE HETTON COMMNITY POOL AND WELLNESS CENTRE WELFARE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 653 yd |
| Hetton Sports Complex (Closed) Barnard Park | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 654 yd |
| Eppleton Colliery Welfare Site WELFARE ROAD | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Eppleton Cricket Club CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 933 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.34 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.34 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.