Doxford Terrace is in Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring and in Sunderland district. DH5 9PY 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 Doxford Terrace, Hetton Le Hole, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DH5 9PX, DH5 9QD, DH5 9FB, DH5 9PZ, DH5 9QE, DH5 9BX, DH5 9PT, DH5 9QA, DH5 9PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DH5 9PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.2% | 49.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DH5 9PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.9% | 30.2% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 51.2% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 11.6% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 35.7% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 43.9% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 10.3% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 12.9% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 13.8% | -11.5% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 12.3% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 17.3% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 7.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 21.9% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 25.4% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 98% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.6% | 37.2% | -12.6% |
| Christian | 67.9% | 46.2% | 21.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Doxford Terrace was 52.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.9% lower than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Doxford Terrace has the 29th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 312th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Doxford Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2023-03-24 | £79,574 |
| 8 Doxford Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-10-26 | £86,920 |
| 7 Doxford Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2022-06-24 | £84,089 |
| 3 Doxford Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2022-04-08 | £106,466 |
| 8 Doxford Terrace, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2018-06-15 | £99,386 |
DH5 9PY 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Lyons Nursery School Four Lane Ends , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 0AH | 3out of 4 | 2,066 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 | 439 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillas Lane Primary Academy Seaton Avenue , DH5 8EH | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Primary School Durham Road , DH5 8NF | 4out of 4 | 1,147 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bernard Gilpin Primary School Hall Lane , DH5 8DA | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton Primary School Moorsley Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9ND | 3out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepier Dairy Lane , DH4 5BH | 2out of 4 | 1,500 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hetton School North Road , Hetton-le-Hole DH5 9JZ | 2out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 5,463 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 4,640 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elemore Hall School Pittington , DH6 1QD | 3out of 4 | 4,907 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Bank View | Dene Street, New Silksworth | 544 yd | |
| Copt Hill | Gillas Lane, Houghton-le-Spring | 885 yd | |
| Mulligans | Houghton Le Spring Golf Club, Houghton Golf Course | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Tuns | Houghton Road, Houghton-Le-Spring | 203 yd | |
| Eppleton Cricket Club | Church Road, Houghton-Le-Spring | 436 yd | |
| The Burn | The Licensee, The Burn | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Macro Kitchen | 43A Regent Street, Hetton-le-Hole | 724 yd | |
| Pacino's | 44 Market Street, Houghton-le-Spring | 979 yd | |
| Tasty House | 42, Market Street | 1,000 yd | |
| Market Street Chippy | 36, Market Street | 1,000 yd | |
| Spicy Balti | 38, Market Street | 1,000 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eppleton Cricket Club CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Eppleton Academy Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 336 yd |
| Gillas Lane Primary School SEATON AVENUE | grass pitches | 892 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 | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 33.42 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 33.42 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.