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Pennywell and Grindon

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About

Pennywell and Grindon are residential areas located in the west of Sunderland. The neighborhoods feature a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and modern developments. Local amenities include schools, community centers, and small retail outlets, catering to daily needs. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to Sunderland city center and nearby areas.

Green spaces like Grindon Park provide recreational opportunities, while the nearby A19 offers easy access to wider transport links. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and initiatives often organized by residents. Pennywell and Grindon are primarily family-oriented, with a focus on affordability and convenience for those working in Sunderland or commuting to neighboring towns.

Area overview

On average Pennywell and Grindon has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 42.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pennywell and Grindon is £30,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Pennywell and Grindon: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
42.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pennywell and Grindon Population
8,699
Population density
3,708.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,358
96.06%
Other White
78
0.9%
African
74
0.85%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
27
0.31%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
26
0.3%
Total population: 8,701

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,105
27.74%
Other social rented
834
20.94%
Social rents from council
807
20.26%
Owns with a mortgage
797
20.01%
Private landlord or letting agency
376
9.44%
Total households: 3,983

Property prices in Pennywell and Grindon

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £122,000 in Pennywell and Grindon area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,000 up to £333,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Pennywell and Grindon 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 Pennywell and Grindon over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£275,000
Flats4£95,250
Semi-Detached37£130,000
Terraced14£114,500

10 years median price trend in Pennywell and Grindon

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Pennywell and Grindon.

All postcodes in Pennywell and Grindon

SR49NJ

Foxcover Road

SR49PZ

Goodwood Road

SR48HU

Gainsborough Road

SR48JU

Gleneagles Road

SR48NP

Broadstairs Court

SR49BJ

Partick Square

SR49NL

Lynwood Avenue

SR49NT

Brockenhurst Drive

SR49SD

Foxcover Road

Data Sources

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