Rutland Street is in Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH5 9LH 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 Rutland Street, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 9LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH5 9LQ, DH5 9LY, DH5 9LR, DH5 9LX, DH5 9LU, DH5 9LT, DH5 9LJ, DH5 9LL, DH5 9LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH5 9LH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.4% | 49.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50.4% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 28.2% | 27.4% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 42.9% | -5.2% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 14.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 11.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 (47%) 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 | 17.6% | 19% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -29.4% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 28% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 28.9% | 27.2% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 14.5% |
| Bad health | 17.3% | 20.4% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 16.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 4.2% |
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 9LH this area, 45.6% 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 10%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.1% | 45.6% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 27.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.2% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 7.3% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 10% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -23.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 99.6% | 97.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 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 | 99.3% | 97.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.5% | 76.7% | -17.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 38.7% | 13.5% | 25.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rutland Street was 79.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% lower than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rutland Street has the 37th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 457th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rutland Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-11-01 | £113,264 |
| 4 Rutland Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £56,250 | 2023-05-19 | £61,833 |
| 7 Rutland Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £38,500 | 1999-04-16 | £136,042 |
DH5 9LH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DH5 9LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 47 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,257 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 2,280 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 | 819 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School Church Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9AJ | 2out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Lyons Primary School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Rainton Primary School School Road , East Rainton DH5 9RA | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Primary School Durham Road , DH5 8NF | 4out of 4 | 1,665 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 | 702 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 2,155 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 | 3,987 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 Centre Spot Cafe | Hetton Centre, Welfare Road | 383 yd | |
| The Little Peppercorn Tearooms | A, 23 | 662 yd | |
| Freyas Dessert Parlour | 1 Richard Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bob Paisley Bar | Hetton Centre, Welfare Road | 372 yd | |
| Hetton & District WMC | Richard Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 626 yd | |
| The Colliery Inn | The Licensee, The Colliery Inn | 640 yd | |
| Hetton Victory Club | Hetton Victory Club Ltd, Richard Street | 647 yd | |
| Davey Arms | 9 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton Chippy | 4 Surrey Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 123 yd | |
| The Macro Kitchen | 43A Regent Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 470 yd | |
| Hetton Delight | 25 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 620 yd | |
| Shawarma House | 11 Front Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 626 yd | |
| Deep Dulai Blue | Church Villas, Front Street | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 15, Front Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 603 yd | |
| Tesco | 15, Front Street | 603 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eppleton Colliery Welfare Site WELFARE ROAD | grass pitches | 431 yd |
| Hetton Sports Complex (Closed) Barnard Park | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 462 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 | 463 yd |
| Hetton Comprehensive School | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 715 yd |
| Eppleton Cricket Club CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,017 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 | 30.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 41.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 41.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.69 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.