Castle ward is located in the city centre of Sunderland, covering key areas like the Stadium of Light and the Wearmouth Bridge. It includes residential neighborhoods, commercial spaces, and cultural landmarks, making it a mix of housing, business, and leisure. The ward is bordered by the River Wear, providing a natural boundary and scenic views.
The area is known for its football heritage, with the Stadium of Light serving as a major attraction. Public transport links, including bus and metro services, connect Castle ward to other parts of Sunderland. Green spaces like Mowbray Park offer recreational spots, while the University of Sunderland adds an educational presence. The ward combines urban development with historical elements, such as the remains of Sunderland Castle.
On average Castle has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Castle is £30,591 per year. There are 7 schools in Castle: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
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Macmerry Close
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Coleridge Road
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Baxter Square
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Borodin Avenue
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Bexhill Road
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Bingley Street
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Bodiam Road
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Grange Road
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Capetown Square
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Conway Road
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Cowdray Road
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Caspian Road
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Barrow Street
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Birrell Street
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Borodin Avenue
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Belgrade Crescent
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Town End Farm
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Castellian Road
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Nye Dene
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Cranleigh Road
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Cook Square
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Cardiff Square
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Baker Square
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Bergen Street
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Grange Road
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Maydown Close
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Laburnum Grove
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Washington Road
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Cardigan Road
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Baxter Road
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Town End Farm
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Town End Farm
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Ferryboat Lane
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Cranleigh Road
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Jennifer Avenue
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Ashwood Grove
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The Briars
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Lavender Grove
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Laburnum Grove
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North Hylton Road
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Castellian Road
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Town End Farm
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Crieff Square
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Baker Street
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Lulsgate
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Washington Road
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Dene Park
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Donington Close
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Castletown Road
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Haggerstone Drive
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Bootle Street
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