About Lyons

Lyons is a small village located in Tyne and Wear, England. It falls within the postcode area DH5. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, providing a sense of community for its residents. The surrounding area includes fields and green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. Transport links are accessible, connecting Lyons to nearby towns and cities. Local shops and services cater to everyday needs, while larger shopping centres can be found in the nearby areas. The village is also close to various recreational facilities, offering opportunities for sports and leisure activities. Overall, Lyons presents a quiet lifestyle with essential conveniences within reach.

School Ratings in Lyons

Families in Lyons 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 Lyons

Homes sell for an average of £153K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £83K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lyons

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Lyons, with 35 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lyons

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Lyons 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lyons

Broadband services in Lyons range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,377 sales

Average Price £153K
£2K £8.25M
Detached £228K 788
Semi £131K 1,074
Terraced £83K 1,351
Flat £70K 58

Deprivation and Employment in Lyons IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Lyons 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
4,400 Children (0-15) 18%
15,135 Working Age 60%
7,249 Older (60+) 29%
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 Lyons 97 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Lyons is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

35 Anti-Social Behaviour
29 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Burglary
5 Shoplifting
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Drugs
3 Other Theft
2 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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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 6.5 miles
Sunderland Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Sunderland
Ward Hetton
Constituency Houghton and Sunderland South
Parish Hetton
Region North East