durham DH4 Postcodes
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Durham (DH4)
The DH4 postcode area is located in the Durham postcode town region, within the county of Tyne and Wear, and contains a total of 1108 individual postcodes.
There are 36 electoral wards in the DH4 postcode area, including Chester Le Street, Consett, Durham, Houghton Le Spring, Stanley which come under the local authority of the Sunderland Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in DH4 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of DH4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The DH4 postcode identifies the district of Houghton-le-Spring located in County Durham. It is a north-eastern English post town consisting of roughly 12,000 households within its area.
Situated 8 miles south from Sunderland and 13 miles north-east of Durham City, the postcode includes the nearby towns of Hetton-le-Hole, Easington Lane, Haswell, Lumley, East Rainton and more.
The DH4 postcode has a diverse population with people from all backgrounds, cultures and beliefs living in the area. The population is made up of 30% over the age of 45 and with an average age of 41. The region is a very diverse one in terms of ethnicities, with a range of Iranian, Pakistani, Indian and central European backgrounds.
For those interested in history, the region is home to some of the most spectacular historical landmarks in the area – including churches, workshops, and schools dating back hundreds of years. This is not to mention the numerous towns and villages nearby, including the ancient market town of Hetton-le-Hole.
Education-wise, the DH4 postcode is home to Houghton Kepier Academy, a secondary school which has been award-winning for its teaching and curriculum. It is also host to two further education colleges – East Durham College, Durham Sixth Form Centre and also The Linehaul Centre.
The area offers a range of leisure and recreational activities, with its various cycling paths, sports complexes and a number of public parks. There are a range of pubs, restaurants and cafe's for visitors, as well as a local market for groceries.
The DH4 postcode also has one of the most creative arts scenes in the region. With films, plays, music nights and art exhibitions, the postcode has something for everyone. There are also a handful of creative business centres, offering opportunities to start-ups and entrepreneurs.
All in all, there's no shortage of things to do for the people of the DH4 postcode, and its inhabitants would be proud to call Houghton-le-Spring home.
Demographics
Tyne and Wear
DH4 is located in the county of Tyne and Wear, in England.
Tyne and Wear has a total population of 1,128,800, making it the 16th largest county in the UK.
Tyne and Wear has a total area of 210 square miles, and a population density of 2090 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | DH4 |
| Postal Town | Durham |
| MSOA Name | Sunderland 034 |
| LSOA Name | Sunderland 034F |
| County | Tyne and Wear |
| Region | Tyne and Wear |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Sunderland |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
DH4 Electoral Wards
The postal region of DH4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
Chris H
Thursday, April 11, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.