Park View is in Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH5 9JH 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 Park View, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 9JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH5 9JG, DH5 9JL, DH5 9HJ, DH5 9PF, DH5 9JN, DH5 9NU, DH5 9JW, DH5 9HH, DH5 9HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH5 9JH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 52% | 49.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48% | 50.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 31.6% | 30% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 47.3% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 44.2% | 46% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 34.5% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 13.7% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 18.4% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 11.1% | -7.7% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 12.3% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 7.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.8% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 29.9% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.9% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.8% | 96.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 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 | 98.8% | 96.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park View was 237.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 190.7% higher than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park View has the 6th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 104th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rectory House Park View, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-07-12 | £249,373 |
| Mill Hayes Park View, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-09-29 | £206,564 |
| 8 Park View, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2023-08-22 | £99,920 |
| 3 Park View, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2020-12-07 | £231,607 |
| 3 Park View, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2018-07-16 | £112,048 |
DH5 9JH 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 701 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 2,773 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 | 443 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School Church Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9AJ | 2out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Rainton Primary School School Road , East Rainton DH5 9RA | 3out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Easington Lane Primary School High Street , Easington Lane DH5 0JT | 3out of 4 | 2,223 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 | 479 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 2,716 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 | 3,546 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 Little Peppercorn Tearooms | A, 23 | 81 yd | |
| The Centre Spot Cafe | Hetton Centre, Welfare Road | 203 yd | |
| Freyas Dessert Parlour | 1 Richard Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 351 yd | |
| The Lakes Cafe | Hetton Lyons Park, Colliery Lane | 664 yd | |
| Di's Diner | Bramble Hollow, Four Lane Ends | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colliery Inn | The Licensee, The Colliery Inn | 74 yd | |
| Hetton & District WMC | Richard Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 116 yd | |
| Brewers Arms | 9, Front Street | 117 yd | |
| Davey Arms | 9 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 124 yd | |
| Hetton Victory Club | Hetton Victory Club Ltd, Richard Street | 166 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton Delight | 25 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 76 yd | |
| Deep Dulai Blue | Church Villas, Front Street | 117 yd | |
| Shawarma House | 11 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 135 yd | |
| Kings | 67, Station Road | 464 yd | |
| Hetton Chippy | 4 Surrey Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 15, Front Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 152 yd | |
| Tesco | 15, Front Street | 152 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 | 143 yd |
| Hetton Sports Complex (Closed) Barnard Park | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 143 yd |
| Eppleton Colliery Welfare Site WELFARE ROAD | grass pitches | 168 yd |
| Hetton Comprehensive School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 550 yd |
| Hetton Lyons Country Park LINDRICK PARK | cycling, grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Hetton Lyons Cricket Club LILYWHITE TERRACE | grass pitches | 953 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| 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 | 73 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.