Sunderland is a district in the North East of England, located at the mouth of the River Wear. It is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in shipbuilding and coal mining, which shaped its development in the 19th and 20th centuries. The area includes urban centers like Sunderland city, as well as coastal towns such as Roker and Seaburn. The district has a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, with the Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens offering cultural and historical insights.
The coastline features sandy beaches and promenades, while the River Wear provides a focal point for the city’s layout. Sunderland is home to the University of Sunderland, contributing to its student population. Public transport links connect the district to nearby Newcastle and other parts of the region. The Stadium of Light, home to Sunderland AFC, is a notable landmark. The area continues to evolve, with ongoing regeneration projects aimed at boosting its economy and infrastructure.
Area overview
On average Sunderland has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sunderland is £35,231 per year. There are 124 schools in Sunderland: 83 primary (7 Outstanding and 65 Good) and 18 secondary (0 Outstanding and 14 Good).
Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
25.5%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Sunderland Population
274,171
Population density
1,994.6 per km²
Demographics
Ethnic groups
British
254,655
92.88%
Other White
3,871
1.41%
Bangladeshi
2,908
1.06%
African
2,304
0.84%
Indian
1,906
0.7%
Total population: 274,173
Religion
Christian
145,806
53.18%
No religion
108,261
39.49%
Not answered
12,272
4.48%
Muslim
4,846
1.77%
Sikh
915
0.33%
Total population: 274,172
Education (age 16+)
Level 4+ (Degree)
55,532
24.56%
No qualifications
51,666
22.85%
Level 3 (A level)
38,679
17.11%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
33,553
14.84%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
24,530
10.85%
Total 16+ residents: 226,071
Economic activity (age 16+)
Employed
114,043
50.44%
Retired
55,754
24.66%
Long-term sick or disabled
14,920
6.6%
Looking after home or family
11,384
5.04%
Student
10,422
4.61%
Total 16+ residents: 226,074
Housing
Housing tenure
Owns outright
38,312
31.36%
Owns with a mortgage
32,680
26.75%
Other social rented
18,794
15.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
15,827
12.95%
Social rents from council
13,760
11.26%
Total households: 122,177
Housing type
Semi-detached
55,039
45.05%
Terraced
35,518
29.07%
Detached
16,201
13.26%
Purpose-built flat
12,158
9.95%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
2,076
1.7%
Total households: 122,177
Property prices in Sunderland
Based on 2,399 recent sales, the median property price is £151,000 in Sunderland area, with individual transactions ranging from £15,000 up to £878,500.
Price distribution per property type (last
year)
Price distribution by property type for Sunderland 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 Sunderland over the last year.
Type
Sales
Median
5th percentile
25th percentile (Lower quartile)
75th percentile (Upper quartile)
95th percentile
Detached
468
£275,250
£170,000
£229,950
£344,995
£518,250
Flats
188
£65,500
£23,175
£39,375
£99,083
£183,775
Semi-Detached
895
£160,000
£90,000
£126,250
£200,000
£295,885
Terraced
848
£120,000
£50,000
£85,749
£158,000
£235,000
10 years median price trend
in Sunderland
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sunderland.
