Athol Grove is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR3 1ES 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 Athol Grove, Sunderland, SR3 1ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 1ER, SR3 1JL, SR3 1HU, SR3 1HY, SR3 1EW, SR3 1HZ, SR3 1JN, SR3 1JB, SR3 1HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR3 1ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.2% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.8% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 31.7% | 34.9% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 44.5% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.9% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 44.2% | 49.6% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 25.9% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 15.1% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 24.9% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 10.5% | -8.8% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 18.3% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 9.2% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 18.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 16.2% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99% | 98.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Athol Grove was 151.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.5% higher than the Doxford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Athol Grove has the 10th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Doxford and the 215th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Athol Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-10-30 | £124,862 |
| 5 Athol Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-02-17 | £160,518 |
| 5 Athol Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-02-17 | £153,803 |
| 6 Athol Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-07-22 | £138,413 |
| 6 Athol Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-07-22 | £138,413 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,012 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 3,893 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Silksworth Academy Infant Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Academy Junior Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth Tunstall Village Road , Silksworth SR3 2BB | - not rated | 782 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Primary School Torphin Hill Drive , SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Academy Archer Road , Farringdon SR3 3DJ | 2out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 1,333 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 2,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,234 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 | 3,328 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 3,754 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 2out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 1,860 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,019 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 2,213 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Sunderland 10 Sea View Road West , Sunderland SR2 9HA | - not rated | 2,644 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Bar/Signatures Italian Restaurant | Back Cornelia Street, Wynyard Street | 225 yd | |
| Relish The Thought | 2 Blind Lane, Silksworth | 469 yd | |
| Al Forno | Unit 3, Retail Units | 511 yd | |
| Haddington Vale Community Cafe | 1 Haddington Vale, Knightswood | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comrades Club Silksworth | Silksworth Comrades Club, 1 | 58 yd | |
| New Silksworth R B Legion | Houghton Enterprise Centre, Vane Street | 238 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Silksworth Terrace, Sunderland | 256 yd | |
| Silksworth W M C | 44 43 Quarry Street, Sunderland | 448 yd | |
| Donkins | Lord Seaham Hotel, 1 | 466 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alibaba | Unit A And B, The Old Bingo Hall | 223 yd | |
| Devitos | 57 Castlereagh Street, Sunderland | 342 yd | |
| The Midas Touch | 9, Blind Lane | 425 yd | |
| Aunt Maud's Tasty Dinners | 32, Londonderry Street | 432 yd | |
| Ming Garden Chinese Takeaway | 8 Blind Lane, Silksworth | 437 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Silksworth Independant Methodist Church BLIND LANE | 483 yd | |
| New Silksworth Academy BLIND LANE | grass pitches | 526 yd |
| Silksworth Community Centre (Youth Almighty Project) Silksworth Community Centre Silksworth Community Centre Tunstall Village Road | artificial grass pitch | 547 yd |
| Silksworth Cricket Club SUNNYBROW | grass pitches | 580 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 | 594 yd |
| Silksworth Recreation Park HAWTHORN AVENUE | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Mill Hill Primary School MILL HILL WALK | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Silksworth Sports Complex And Ski Slope SILKSWORTH LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, ski slopes | 966 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 | 59 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.