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Albany and Blackfell

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About

Albany and Blackfell are residential areas located in the western part of Sunderland. The neighborhoods consist mainly of terraced and semi-detached houses, with some local amenities like shops and schools. The area is well-connected to the city center via public transport, making it convenient for commuting.

Blackfell is known for its green spaces, including the nearby Herrington Country Park, which offers walking trails and recreational facilities. Albany features a mix of housing styles, with some newer developments alongside older properties. Both areas have a strong sense of community, with local events and activities often organized by residents. The proximity to major roads like the A19 provides easy access to other parts of the region.

Area overview

On average Albany and Blackfell has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Albany and Blackfell is £35,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Albany and Blackfell: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
29.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Albany and Blackfell Population
6,693
Population density
1,974.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,449
96.35%
Other White
80
1.2%
White and Asian (mixed)
23
0.34%
White and Black African (mixed)
19
0.28%
Indian
18
0.27%
Total population: 6,693

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
909
30.49%
Owns with a mortgage
804
26.97%
Other social rented
463
15.53%
Social rents from council
427
14.32%
Private landlord or letting agency
317
10.63%
Total households: 2,981

Property prices in Albany and Blackfell

Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £146,100 in Albany and Blackfell area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,538 up to £369,995.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Albany and Blackfell in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Albany and Blackfell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£349,995
Flats4£71,750
Semi-Detached25£166,000
Terraced20£136,000

10 years median price trend in Albany and Blackfell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Albany and Blackfell.

All postcodes in Albany and Blackfell

NE371BB

Albany Way

NE371BJ

Windlass Lane

NE371JZ

Craggyknowe

NE371RL

Brownriggs Court

NE371TF

Ravenstone

NE379EA

Windlass Lane

NE97UF

Springwell Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.