Norman Avenue is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR3 2EH 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 Norman Avenue, Sunderland, SR3 2EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 2EJ, SR3 2EN, SR3 2EQ, SR3 2EG, SR3 2DZ, SR3 2DN, SR3 2DY, SR3 2ED, SR3 2DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR3 2EH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.9% | 53.4% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 44.1% | 46.6% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SR3 2EH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.3% | 42.3% | 5.0% | 37.9% | 4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 40.5% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.4% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 6.8% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.3% | 37.3% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 32.4% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 20.4% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 7.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around SR3 2EH this area, 32.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 32.2% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 12.1% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 16.3% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 14.5% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 16.9% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.5% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 98.6% | 99.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 99.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norman Avenue was 127.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.0% higher than the Doxford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norman Avenue has the 16th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Doxford and the 288th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Norman Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-05-19 | £136,381 |
| 30 Norman Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-02-23 | £195,241 |
| 12 Norman Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-02-28 | £121,850 |
| 11A Norman Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-01-19 | £98,042 |
| 32 Norman Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-02-14 | £173,016 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 743 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,502 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 | 374 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Academy Junior Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 374 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth Tunstall Village Road , Silksworth SR3 2BB | - not rated | 428 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Primary School Torphin Hill Drive , SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Academy Archer Road , Farringdon SR3 3DJ | 2out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 939 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 1,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,810 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 2,860 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 2,933 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 | 2,630 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 | 3,928 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 4,365 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 | 1,618 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 2,316 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Sunderland 10 Sea View Road West , Sunderland SR2 9HA | - not rated | 2,483 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,606 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 2,790 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Forno | Unit 3, Retail Units | 247 yd | |
| Castle Bar/Signatures Italian Restaurant | Back Cornelia Street, Wynyard Street | 468 yd | |
| Relish The Thought | 2 Blind Lane, Silksworth | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silksworth W M C | 44 43 Quarry Street, Sunderland | 199 yd | |
| St Leonards Catholic Club | Saint Leonards R C Church, Tunstall Village Road | 295 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Silksworth Terrace, Sunderland | 417 yd | |
| New Silksworth R B Legion | Houghton Enterprise Centre, Vane Street | 467 yd | |
| Comrades Club Silksworth | Silksworth Comrades Club, 1 | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gills Golden Fish N Chips | 1, Aline Street | 125 yd | |
| Aunt Maud's Tasty Dinners | 32, Londonderry Street | 222 yd | |
| Green Bamboo | 4, Tunstall Village Road | 309 yd | |
| Shan Tandoori | 1, Tunstall Village Road | 309 yd | |
| Devitos | 57 Castlereagh Street, Sunderland | 417 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Silksworth Community Centre (Youth Almighty Project) Silksworth Community Centre Silksworth Community Centre Tunstall Village Road | artificial grass pitch | 365 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 | 392 yd |
| New Silksworth Academy BLIND LANE | grass pitches | 414 yd |
| New Silksworth Independant Methodist Church BLIND LANE | 558 yd | |
| Silksworth Recreation Park HAWTHORN AVENUE | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Mill Hill Primary School MILL HILL WALK | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| The Venerable Bede Church Of England Academy TUNSTALL BANK | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 875 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 | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 131.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.