About Fence Houses

Fence Houses is a village located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the postcode area DH4. It is situated approximately five miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne and offers a mix of residential housing and local amenities. The village is primarily a residential area, making it a quiet place to live, with a close-knit community feel. In terms of facilities, Fence Houses has a few shops and services catering to the daily needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities, and there are several nearby parks and green spaces. The village is well-connected by road and public transport, allowing easy access to larger towns and cities in the region.

School Ratings in Fence Houses

There are 126 schools in and around Fence Houses. Barnwell Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Fence Houses

The average property price is £165K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £136K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Fence Houses

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Fence Houses, with 25 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Fence Houses

Fence Houses sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Fence Houses

Broadband speeds in Fence Houses are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,074 sales

Average Price £165K
£500 — £8.25M
Detached £259K 1,410
Semi £136K 1,692
Terraced £97K 1,661
Flat £71K 138

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

83 Primary
13 Secondary
30 Other
Sunderland Children's Centre Coalfields Good 0.4 miles Dubmire Primary Primary 0.4 miles Burnside Academy Inspires Primary 0.7 miles Woodlea Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Newbottle Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Kepier Secondary Good 0.9 miles Bournmoor Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Shiney Row Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Houghton 1.3 miles Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.3 miles Bernard Gilpin Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Houghton Primary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Fence Houses IMD 2025

Fence Houses sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,564 Children (0-15) 17%
27,311 Working Age 63%
11,793 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Fence Houses 104 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Fence Houses records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

35 Violence & Sexual Offences
25 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Burglary
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Shoplifting
6 Other Crime
4 Other Theft
4 Public Order
3 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Chester-Le-Street Train Station 3.3 miles
Sunderland Train Station 6 miles
Heworth Train Station 7.6 miles
Dunston Train Station 9.1 miles
Manors Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sunniside 0.6 miles Burnside 0.6 miles Grasswell 0.6 miles Chilton Moor 0.6 miles Colliery Row 0.6 miles High Dubmire 0.6 miles Bournmoor 0.9 miles Newbottle 0.9 miles Lumley Thicks 1.2 miles Shiney Row 1.2 miles New Town 1.4 miles Houghton-Le-Spring 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sunderland
Ward Houghton
Constituency Houghton and Sunderland South
Parish Sunderland, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in DH4 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A1052 5 A182 8 A183 4 A690 1 Abbey Drive 5 Acacia Avenue 1 Adventure Lane 1 Aireys Close 1 Albion Close 2 Allendale Crescent 4 Alpine Close 1 Alwyn Close 1 Appleby Court 2 Ashdale 2 Aspen Close 1 Atherton Drive 2 Auckland Close 1 Avenue Vivian 4 Avon Crescent 1 Avondale Avenue 2 B1284 3 B1286 4 Bankhead Terrace 2 Barley Close 1 Barnard Court 1 Barnwell View 1 Barrack Row 1 Baulkham Hills 2 Baysdale 1

Postcodes in DH4 50 shown View all postcodes

DH4 4AB DH4 4AD DH4 4AF DH4 4AH DH4 4AJ DH4 4AL DH4 4AN DH4 4AP DH4 4AR DH4 4AS DH4 4AT DH4 4AU DH4 4AX DH4 4AZ DH4 4BA DH4 4BB DH4 4BD DH4 4BF DH4 4BH DH4 4BJ DH4 4BN DH4 4BW DH4 4DE DH4 4DG DH4 4DH DH4 4DJ DH4 4DL DH4 4DN DH4 4DP DH4 4DR DH4 4DS DH4 4DT DH4 4DU DH4 4DX DH4 4DY DH4 4DZ DH4 4EA DH4 4EB DH4 4ED DH4 4EE DH4 4EF DH4 4EG DH4 4EH DH4 4EJ DH4 4EL DH4 4EP DH4 4EQ DH4 4ER DH4 4ES DH4 4ET