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About

Barnes ward is located in the southern part of Sunderland, covering residential and green spaces. The area includes neighborhoods like Barnes Park and Hendon, with a mix of housing types from terraced homes to modern developments. It is well-connected by public transport, with several bus routes serving the ward.

The ward features Barnes Park, one of Sunderland's largest green spaces, offering walking paths, sports facilities, and a lake. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community centers, catering to everyday needs. The area has a mix of urban and suburban character, with quieter streets near the park and busier areas closer to the city center.

Area overview

On average Barnes has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barnes is £36,378 per year. There are 6 schools in Barnes: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Barnes Population

10,767

Population density

5,031.1 per km²

Demographics

British

8,878

82.43%

Bangladeshi

986

9.15%

Other Asian

164

1.52%

African

161

1.49%

Other White

133

1.23%

Total population: 10,771

Housing

Owns outright

1,824

40.2%

Owns with a mortgage

1,450

31.96%

Private landlord or letting agency

653

14.39%

Other social rented

336

7.41%

Social rents from council

151

3.33%

Total households: 4,537

Property prices in Barnes

Based on 138 recent sales, the median property price is £152,500 in Barnes area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £660,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Barnes over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	7	£320,000	£207,000	£256,500	£450,000	£618,000
Flats	8	£71,150	£38,875	£40,500	£83,125	£227,375
Semi-Detached	56	£197,750	£122,000	£144,625	£226,250	£271,250
Terraced	67	£135,000	£82,985	£117,500	£158,750	£222,850

10 years median price trend in Barnes

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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