Hetton-Le-Hole, Tyne and Wear | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Hetton-Le-Hole

Hetton-Le-Hole is a small town located in Tyne and Wear, England, with the postcode area DH5. It is situated approximately five miles south of Sunderland and is part of the City of Sunderland metropolitan borough. The town has a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops and schools, catering to the needs of its residents.

The town has a history linked to coal mining, which played a significant role in its development during the 19th century. Today, Hetton-Le-Hole offers various recreational facilities, including parks and sports clubs, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding countryside is accessible for those who enjoy walking and exploring the natural environment.

School Ratings in Hetton-Le-Hole

Families in Hetton-Le-Hole have access to 88 local schools. Houghton Le Spring Nursery School and Bernard Gilpin Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hetton-Le-Hole

Homes sell for an average of £147K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £83K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hetton-Le-Hole

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Hetton-Le-Hole, with 46 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hetton-Le-Hole

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hetton-Le-Hole within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Hetton-Le-Hole

There are 12 GP surgeries within three miles of Hetton-Le-Hole, the nearest being Hetton Group Practice (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Hetton-Le-Hole

Dig deeper into the area around Hetton-Le-Hole with our free postcode tools.

Food Hygiene Ratings Hygiene scores for cafes, takeaways and shops Nearest GP Surgery Find the GP surgeries closest to a postcode Compare Areas Put two areas head to head House Prices Recent sale prices and trends

Property Prices 3,303 sales

Average Price £147K

£2K , £8.25M

Detached £240K 714

Semi £133K 1,060

Terraced £83K 1,351

Flat £67K 63

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

61 Primary

8 Secondary

19 Other

Outstanding 2

Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DH5 postcode area.

Sunderland Children's Centre Hetton 0.4 miles Hetton Lyons Nursery School Nursery Good 0.4 miles Hetton Lyons Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Hetton Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Hetton Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Eppleton Academy Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Easington Lane Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Houghton Primary Good 1.3 miles Gillas Lane Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles East Rainton Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Bernard Gilpin Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.5 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Houghton 1.6 miles

Household Income in Hetton-Le-Hole ONS 2023

The average total household income in Hetton-Le-Hole is approximately £39,660 a year before tax, 28% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,765. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Hetton-Le-Hole £39,660

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £32,765.

Businesses in Hetton-Le-Hole ONS 2025

There are approximately 499 active businesses based in Hetton-Le-Hole, around 24 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

499 Total businesses

24 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 88%

Small, 10-49 10%

Medium, 50-249 3%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Hetton-Le-Hole IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hetton-Le-Hole experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation

3/10

Income

4/10

Employment

2/10

Education

4/10

Health

2/10

Housing

7/10

Living Environment

6/10

Children 0-15 18%

Working age 60%

Older 65+ 22%

3,848 Children (0-15) 18%

12,599 Working Age 60%

4,465 Older (65+) 21%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 25.8% 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 Hetton-Le-Hole 210 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Hetton-Le-Hole are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 61

Criminal Damage & Arson 46

Anti-Social Behaviour 41

Burglary 17

Public Order 12

Other Theft 9

Shoplifting 9

Other Crime 7

Vehicle Crime 4

Bicycle Theft 2

Drugs 1

Robbery 1

Local Policing

Northumbria Houghton Visit force website →

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 2 stations

Chester-Le-Street Train Station 5.6 miles

Sunderland Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hetton Downs 0.6 miles Great Eppleton 0.9 miles Rainton Bridge 0.9 miles Lyons 0.9 miles Easington Lane 0.9 miles Low Moorsley 0.9 miles Middle Rainton 1.2 miles East Rainton 1.2 miles Hetton-le-Hill 1.2 miles Elemore Vale 1.2 miles New Town 1.4 miles Houghton-Le-Spring 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sunderland

Ward Hetton

Constituency Houghton and Sunderland South

Parish Hetton

Region North East

Home Ownership in Hetton-Le-Hole

Of the 9,408 households in and around Hetton-Le-Hole, 60% are owned, 27% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 60% Social rented 27% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Hetton-Le-Hole.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hetton-Le-Hole

What is the population of Hetton-Le-Hole?

Hetton-Le-Hole has a population of approximately 20,901 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Hetton-Le-Hole?

The average property in and around Hetton-Le-Hole sold for about £146,667, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 58% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Hetton-Le-Hole a deprived area?

Hetton-Le-Hole sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Hetton-Le-Hole?

Hetton-Le-Hole is covered by the DH5 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Hetton-Le-Hole?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Hetton-Le-Hole, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Hetton-Le-Hole?

The nearest railway station to Hetton-Le-Hole is Chester-Le-Street Train Station, about 5.6 miles away.

Streets in DH5 30 shown View all streets

A182 9 Aiden Way 1 Airedale Gardens 1 Alder Close 2 Alexander Drive 2 All Saints Drive 1 Allendale Street 2 Appletreewick Close 1 B1284 7 B1285 2 B1404 2 Bailey Way 2 Baker Street 1 Balfour Street 2 Balmoral Crescent 2 Bedale Street 1 Bedeswell Drive 1 Bedford Street 2 Belmont Rise 1 Bishops Wynd 1 Blackcap Close 2 Blindy Lane 1 Bloom Lane 4 Bloomfield Drive 1 Blossom Street 2 Bonica Close 2 Borrowdale Street 2 Bowes Avenue 1 Bradley Avenue 2 Brickgarth 2

Postcodes in DH5 50 shown View all postcodes

DH5 0AA DH5 0AB DH5 0AD DH5 0AE DH5 0AF DH5 0AG DH5 0AH DH5 0AJ DH5 0AL DH5 0AN DH5 0AP DH5 0AQ DH5 0AR DH5 0AS DH5 0AT DH5 0AU DH5 0AW DH5 0AX DH5 0AY DH5 0BA DH5 0BB DH5 0BE DH5 0BG DH5 0BH DH5 0BJ DH5 0BL DH5 0BN DH5 0BP DH5 0BQ DH5 0BW DH5 0DA DH5 0DB DH5 0DE DH5 0DF DH5 0DG DH5 0DH DH5 0DJ DH5 0DL DH5 0DN DH5 0DQ DH5 0DR DH5 0DS DH5 0DT DH5 0DU DH5 0DW DH5 0DX DH5 0DY DH5 0DZ DH5 0EA DH5 0ED

Hetton-Le-Hole on the map