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About

Sandhill ward is located in the eastern part of Sunderland, near the River Wear. The area includes residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and industrial sites. It is close to the city center, providing easy access to amenities and transport links. The ward features a mix of housing, from terraced homes to modern developments, catering to different needs.

The area has several parks and open spaces, such as Barnes Park, offering recreational opportunities. Sandhill is also home to educational institutions and local businesses, contributing to its community-focused atmosphere. Industrial zones along the riverfront play a role in the local economy. The ward’s proximity to major roads makes it a practical location for commuters.

Area overview

On average Sandhill has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 123 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sandhill is £30,175 per year. There are 5 schools in Sandhill: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
123
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
44.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sandhill Population
10,502
Population density
4,044.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,105
96.24%
Other White
86
0.82%
African
50
0.48%
White and Asian (mixed)
46
0.44%
Indian
38
0.36%
Total population: 10,500

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,196
24.32%
Other social rented
1,157
23.53%
Social rents from council
1,040
21.15%
Owns with a mortgage
986
20.05%
Private landlord or letting agency
449
9.13%
Total households: 4,918

Property prices in Sandhill

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £115,000 in Sandhill area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £210,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Sandhill 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 Sandhill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£172,500
Flats1£35,000
Semi-Detached42£118,750
Terraced23£112,000

10 years median price trend in Sandhill

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

All postcodes in Sandhill

SR48HZ

Gainsborough Square

SR49PT

Godfrey Road

SR49QZ

Gladwyn Square

SR49RE

Goldsmith Road

SR34EY

Shaftoe Road

SR34JJ

Teddington Road

SR34PW

Tintagel Close

SR48HF

Grindon Gardens

SR48HX

Gairloch Road

SR48JF

Gairloch Road

SR48JN

Galashiels Road

SR48JY

Galway Square

SR49QW

Gleneagles Square

SR34NA

Tuscan Road

SR34NQ

Tadcaster Road

SR49LY

Mayfield Grove

SR49NQ

Sevenoaks Drive

SR49RL

Goldsmith Road

SR49RP

Guernsey Square

SR49SA

Northfield Drive

SR34EH

Somerset Road

SR34HY

Toronto Road

SR49NR

Foxcover Road

SR34EW

Simonside Road

SR34LD

Tynemouth Square

SR48HT

Gainsborough Road

SR48HW

Grindon Lane

SR49HD

The Broadway

SR49NJ

Foxcover Road

SR49PZ

Goodwood Road

SR34BG

Toronto Road

SR34JU

Truro Road

SR34LS

Townsend Road

SR48HU

Gainsborough Road

SR48JU

Gleneagles Road

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: 16/11/2025.