Hazel Avenue is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR3 1DS is located in the Silksworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Houghton and Sunderland South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hazel Avenue, Sunderland, SR3 1DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 1DT, SR3 1DR, SR3 1EG, SR3 1DU, SR3 1ED, SR3 1DH, SR3 1DW, SR3 1DP, SR3 2DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR3 1DS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 50% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.5% | 40.5% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 40.9% | -9.6% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.4% | 47.1% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 34.6% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.5% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.2% | 17.8% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 10.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.3% | 11.2% | -11.1% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 7.5% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 19.6% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 32.2% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.6% | 97.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazel Avenue was 260.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 217.7% higher than the Doxford average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Hazel Avenue has the 4th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Doxford and the 91st highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hazel Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2024-07-12 | £141,006 |
| 10 Hazel Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2018-12-14 | £120,659 |
| 8 Hazel Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2013-05-03 | £129,580 |
| 5 Hazel Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2011-08-19 | £121,273 |
| 7 Hazel Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2009-05-12 | £126,045 |
SR3 1DS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,161 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth Tunstall Village Road , Silksworth SR3 2BB | - not rated | 339 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Academy Infant Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 349 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Academy Junior Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 349 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Infant Academy Helvellyn Road , SR2 9JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Primary School Torphin Hill Drive , SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 687 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 2,120 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 2,269 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,535 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Sunderland College Bede Centre , Durham Road SR3 4AH | - not rated | 2,023 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 3,569 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 4,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 1,779 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Sunderland 10 Sea View Road West , Sunderland SR2 9HA | - not rated | 1,844 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 2,208 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,258 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 2,273 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relish The Thought | 2 Blind Lane, Silksworth | 372 yd | |
| Al Forno | Unit 3, Retail Units | 508 yd | |
| Castle Bar/Signatures Italian Restaurant | Back Cornelia Street, Wynyard Street | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donkins | Lord Seaham Hotel, 1 | 389 yd | |
| St Leonards Catholic Club | Saint Leonards R C Church, Tunstall Village Road | 459 yd | |
| New Silksworth R B Legion | Houghton Enterprise Centre, Vane Street | 608 yd | |
| Silksworth W M C | 44 43 Quarry Street, Sunderland | 737 yd | |
| Comrades Club Silksworth | Silksworth Comrades Club, 1 | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza & Co | 2, Blind Lane | 386 yd | |
| Planet Pizza | 3, Blind Lane | 386 yd | |
| Ming Garden Chinese Takeaway | 8 Blind Lane, Silksworth | 391 yd | |
| The Midas Touch | 9, Blind Lane | 405 yd | |
| Green Bamboo | 4, Tunstall Village Road | 420 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Silksworth Recreation Park HAWTHORN AVENUE | grass pitches | 231 yd |
| St Leonard'S Rc Primary School SAINT LEONARDS R C PRIMARY SCHOOL HOUSE SAINT LEONARDS R C PRIMARY SCHOOL HOUSE TUNSTALL VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| New Silksworth Independant Methodist Church BLIND LANE | 339 yd | |
| New Silksworth Academy BLIND LANE | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Silksworth Community Centre (Youth Almighty Project) Silksworth Community Centre Silksworth Community Centre Tunstall Village Road | artificial grass pitch | 381 yd |
| The Venerable Bede Church Of England Academy TUNSTALL BANK | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 557 yd |
| Tunstall Hill (Closed) Leechmere Road | grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Silksworth Cricket Club SUNNYBROW | grass pitches | 1,093 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 39.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.