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About

Fulwell is a residential area in Sunderland, located north of the city center. It is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces and modern developments. The area has local shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and long-term residents.

Fulwell is close to the coast, with Roker Beach just a short walk away. The area has good transport links, including bus routes and proximity to the A19. It offers a balance of suburban living with easy access to Sunderland’s amenities and the seafront.

Area overview

On average Fulwell has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Fulwell is £40,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Fulwell: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Fulwell Population

5,478

Population density

2,858.5 per km²

Demographics

British

5,305

96.86%

Indian

0.51%

Other White

0.49%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.37%

Chinese

0.37%

Total population: 5,477

Housing

Owns outright

1,262

52.37%

Owns with a mortgage

911

37.8%

Private landlord or letting agency

151

6.27%

Other forms of private rent

1.74%

Other social rented

1.37%

Total households: 2,410

Property prices in Fulwell

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £239,950 in Fulwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,000 up to £387,475.

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 Fulwell over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£308,700	£291,870	£299,350	£318,050	£325,530
Flats	2	£133,750	£90,775	£109,875	£157,625	£176,725
Semi-Detached	34	£246,000	£146,500	£231,213	£279,950	£314,800
Terraced	19	£225,950	£147,200	£196,475	£232,500	£286,800

10 years median price trend in Fulwell

Data Sources

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

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

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