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About

Doxford ward lies in the southeastern part of the Sunderland metropolitan area, characterised by a mix of residential suburbs and significant green corridors. The area includes the communities of Doxford Park, Springwell, and part of Gilley Law, featuring primarily housing developments alongside local retail and service centres. Its landscape is shaped by several natural waterways and the expansive Doxford Park itself, which provides a central recreational space for residents.

A notable feature is the presence of the extensive Doxford International Business Park, a major employment hub located within its boundaries. This large-scale commercial development contrasts with the surrounding residential neighbourhoods, defining much of the ward's economic character. The area is also bordered by the wooded valleys of the Barnes Burn and the George Washington Golf Course, contributing to its green perimeter.

Area overview

On average Doxford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Doxford is £45,912 per year. There are 4 schools in Doxford: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Doxford is home to around 10,043 people, with a population density of about 1,095.9 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
14.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Doxford Population
10,043
Population density
1,095.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.47(-26%)
Anti-social behaviour
25.49(+12%)
Shoplifting
15.83(+30%)
Other theft
9.96(+53%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.56(-28%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,710
96.69%
Other White
73
0.73%
Indian
35
0.35%
African
35
0.35%
Chinese
30
0.3%
Total population: 10,042

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,314
27.36%
No qualifications
1,648
19.49%
Level 3 (A level)
1,489
17.61%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,258
14.88%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
879
10.39%
Total 16+ residents: 8,457

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,581
35.77%
Owns with a mortgage
1,453
32.87%
Other social rented
607
13.73%
Private landlord or letting agency
351
7.94%
Social rents from council
308
6.97%
Total households: 4,420

Property prices in Doxford

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £215,000 in Doxford area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £599,995.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Doxford 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 Doxford over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached56£308,995
Flats5£62,000
Semi-Detached38£185,275
Terraced21£127,000

10 years median price trend in Doxford

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Doxford.

All postcodes in Doxford

SR32PU

Burdon Lane

SR32PX

Doxford

SR32QW

Marlesford Close

SR32WL

Newtonmore

SR32ZJ

Doxford

SR32QY

Medina Close

SR32UZ

Honeysuckle Close

SR32XE

Thornbank Close

SR32ZL

Doxford

SR32QJ

Milcombe Close

SR32FD

Doxford Park Way

SR32LE

Doxford

SR32SE

Cardinals Close

SR32SG

Deaconsfield Close

SR32XN

Doxford

SR32NR

Shoreswood Drive

SR32SS

Noirmont Way

SR32TD

Closeburn Square

SR32TL

Plane Tree Court

SR32UJ

Honeycomb Close

SR32XD

Foxlair Close

SR33XR

Emperor Way

SR20SS

Doxford

SR32RE

Marcross Drive

SR32RP

Maxton Close

SR32FJ

Oakdale

SR32GA

Angelica Gardens

SR32NQ

Doxford

SR32PH

Ruswarp Drive

SR32PL

Ravelston Close

SR32RG

Markby Close

SR32TN

Birch Court

SR32TU

Chandos

SR32BF

The Maltings

SR32GL

Orchid Court

SR32NL

Gorleston Way

SR32PQ

Lawn Cottages

SR32QB

Tunstall Lodge Park

SR32QZ

Maree Close

SR32UF

Harvest Close

SR32BJ

Gardinia Way

SR32FF

Brookdale

SR32GP

Contarellie Road

SR32SY

Maclynn Close

SR32TQ

Newstead Square

SR32YA

Levisham Close

SR20AJ

Rowell Close

SR20BS

Ryemount Road

SR32GG

St Govan Lane

SR32TE

Drybeck Square

SR20BH

Ravensworth

SR20BT

Ryemount Road

SR32FW

Bramble Rise

SR33XG

Grayling Court

SR20BA

Rushford

SR32DF

Camberley Close

SR32ND

Mill Hill Road

SR32NH

Sheringham Close

SR32PY

Burdon Village

SR32UG

Plough Road

SR32UU

Cornbank Close

SR59AF

Admiral Way

SR32EP

Shalcombe Close

SR32GH

Blenheim Close

SR32QR

Maltby Close

SR32BA

Doxford

SR32GS

Poppy Court

SR32GX

Birdsfoot Way

SR32SA

Deansfield Close

SR32RA

Manningford Drive

SR32XF

Badger Close

SR32YG

Runswick Close

SR32BZ

Goathland Drive

SR32RX

Padonhill

SR32TS

Silverdale

SR32WD

Westerwood

SR32WS

Doxford

SR33UY

Glanville Road

SR32PZ

Doxford

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.