Houghton ward is located in the eastern part of Sunderland, covering a mix of residential and green spaces. The area includes neighborhoods like Houghton-le-Spring, with a mix of housing types from terraced homes to modern estates. Local amenities include shops, schools, and leisure facilities, catering to the needs of residents.
The ward features several parks and open spaces, such as Houghton Park, providing recreational areas for the community. Public transport links connect Houghton to Sunderland city center and surrounding areas. The area has a strong sense of local identity, with historical landmarks like St Michael and All Angels Church reflecting its heritage.
On average Houghton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Houghton is £36,636 per year. There are 4 schools in Houghton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
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Harle Close
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Dairy Lane
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Greenwood Avenue
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Longacre
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Durham Street
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Highfield Grange
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Black Boy Road
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Churston Close
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Warren Close
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Brinkburn Crescent
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Dubmire Court
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Dairy Lane
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Sedgeletch Road
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Centurion Close
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Front Street
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Brimstone Close
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Durham Road
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Burnhope Way
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Newbottle Street
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Coaley Lane
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Dairy Lane
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Burn Park Road
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Gilpin Street
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Brinkburn Crescent
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St Michaels
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Cherry Way
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Front Street
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Blackthorn Way
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Wynyard Street
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Maiden Law
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Blackthorn Way
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Dainton Close
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Burn Park Road
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Sherburn Grove
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Abbey Drive
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Rosedale Crescent
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Mulberry Way
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Blackthorn Way
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Chilton Gardens
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Blind Lane
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Black Boy Road
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Hillside Way
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Butterwick Road
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Violet Street
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Woodburn Drive
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Moorsburn Drive
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Rosedale Crescent
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St Andrews
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Ellesmere Close
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Blind Lane
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Britannia Terrace