St Bedes Close is in Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH5 9ES 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 St Bedes Close, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 9ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH5 9EL, DH5 9ET, DH5 9EJ, DH5 9PG, DH5 9PH, DH5 9DB, DH5 9PQ, DH5 9EU, DH5 9BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DH5 9ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 50.2% | 54.4% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 45.6% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 30.7% | 35.9% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 41.9% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.1% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 11.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 44.9% | 42.5% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 34.2% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 14.6% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.3% | 21.8% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 14.7% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 14.7% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 7.6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.8% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 18.3% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 98.8% | 99.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 99.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Bedes Close was 107.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.9% higher than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Bedes Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 344th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 St Bedes Close, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2015-05-08 | £142,145 |
| 6 St Bedes Close, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, a newly built property | £68,750 | 2011-09-16 | £94,543 |
| 16 St Bedes Close, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £115,000 | 2011-02-25 | £164,085 |
| 1 St Bedes Close, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, a newly built property | £115,000 | 2009-09-25 | £150,019 |
| 3 St Bedes Close, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, a newly built property | £127,000 | 2008-05-09 | £150,921 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,081 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 2,410 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 | 859 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School Church Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9AJ | 2out of 4 | 970 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillas Lane Primary Academy Seaton Avenue , DH5 8EH | 3out of 4 | 1,844 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Rainton Primary School School Road , East Rainton DH5 9RA | 3out of 4 | 1,970 yd | Community school | 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 | 851 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 2,423 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 | 3,960 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 5,259 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Centre Spot Cafe | Hetton Centre, Welfare Road | 353 yd | |
| Freyas Dessert Parlour | 1 Richard Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 413 yd | |
| The Little Peppercorn Tearooms | A, 23 | 448 yd | |
| The Lakes Cafe | Hetton Lyons Park, Colliery Lane | 732 yd | |
| Hope Bank View | Dene Street, New Silksworth | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales Hotel Flat, John Street | 326 yd | |
| Hetton Victory Club | Hetton Victory Club Ltd, Richard Street | 333 yd | |
| The Bob Paisley Bar | Hetton Centre, Welfare Road | 342 yd | |
| Hetton & District WMC | Richard Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 356 yd | |
| Davey Arms | 9 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Macro Kitchen | 43A Regent Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 274 yd | |
| Pacino's | 44 Market Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 333 yd | |
| Shawarma House | 11 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 339 yd | |
| Tasty House | 42, Market Street | 341 yd | |
| Market Street Chippy | 36, Market Street | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 15, Front Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 305 yd | |
| Tesco | 15, Front Street | 305 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 313 yd |
| Hetton Sports Complex (Closed) Barnard Park | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 313 yd |
| Eppleton Colliery Welfare Site WELFARE ROAD | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Hetton Lyons Country Park LINDRICK PARK | cycling, grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Eppleton Cricket Club CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Hetton Comprehensive School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 71.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.