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South Hylton

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About

South Hylton is a residential area located in the southern part of Sunderland, near the River Wear. It is known for its mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and modern developments. The area has good transport links, with the A19 providing easy access to Sunderland city center and nearby towns. South Hylton Metro station connects the area to the wider Tyne and Wear network.

The River Wear runs alongside South Hylton, offering walking and cycling paths along its banks. The area has local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. Nearby attractions include the National Glass Centre and the Sunderland Museum. South Hylton provides a quiet, suburban feel while remaining close to the city’s facilities.

Area overview

On average South Hylton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Hylton is £33,800 per year. There are 5 schools in South Hylton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
29.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Hylton Population
6,215
Population density
2,751 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,923
95.27%
Other White
63
1.01%
Indian
36
0.58%
Pakistani
32
0.51%
Other Asian
31
0.5%
Total population: 6,217

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
798
29.22%
Owns outright
776
28.41%
Other social rented
445
16.29%
Social rents from council
393
14.39%
Private landlord or letting agency
258
9.45%
Total households: 2,731

Property prices in South Hylton

Based on 52 recent sales, the median property price is £122,750 in South Hylton area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £310,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Hylton 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 South Hylton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£240,000
Flats4£85,139
Semi-Detached33£130,000
Terraced10£113,500

10 years median price trend in South Hylton

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

All postcodes in South Hylton

SR48PH

Glamis Avenue

SR49AS

Portsmouth Road

SR40AS

The Birches

SR48BG

Hartside Road

SR48EF

Portchester Road

SR40LF

South View Road

SR40JL

Hylton Bank

SR40LB

Hylton Walk

SR40NJ

Albion Street

SR48BH

Holborn Square

SR48DY

Palgrove Road

SR48PL

Holborn Road

SR49AT

Portsmouth Road

SR40NE

Albion Street

SR40PY

High Street

SR48DZ

Pegwood Road

SR48PG

Nookside

SR40AR

Dunwood

SR40LZ

Avondale

SR40NA

Fairmead Way

SR40PR

High Street

SR40PZ

High Street

SR40RW

Keelman's Lane

SR40QQ

Pottery Lane

SR48ED

Palmstead Square

SR48NS

The Broadway

SR48PQ

Nookside

SR40AP

Birchwood

SR40JU

Rosemount

SR48DT

Hylton Road

SR48EJ

Packham Road

SR40LL

Greenbank Drive

SR40NF

Albion Street

SR40QD

Church Street

SR40QR

Frederick Street

SR48DU

Palgrove Road

SR48EQ

Portchester Road

SR40LX

South Hylton

SR40RJ

Albion Street

SR40RT

Claxheugh Road

SR48PD

Gifford Square

SR49AA

Hylton Road

SR48BF

South Hylton

SR40QW

Dalla Street

SR48AS

Hawkesley Road

SR48BD

Hartside Road

SR48EL

Packham Road

SR40JS

Meadow Drive

SR40PQ

Kepier Gardens

SR40PX

High Street

SR48EA

Palgrove Square

SR48EH

Packham Road

Data Sources

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