Woodland Rise is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR3 2TW is located in the Doxford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Houghton and Sunderland South. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodland Rise, Sunderland, SR3 2TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 2TN, SR3 2TL, SR3 2SP, SR3 2SS, SR3 2TJ, SR3 2PF, SR3 2PD, SR3 2NE, SR3 2SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR3 2TW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.7% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.3% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SR3 2TW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.2% | 23.4% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 67.7% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 23.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 3.6% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 47.5% | 45.3% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 37.3% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 14.1% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.7% | 11% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 10.2% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.1% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 12.7% | 8.8% | 5.3% | 7.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 16.3% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 33.5% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 94.7% | 96.4% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.4% | 96.7% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 95.4% | 96.7% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 64.5% | 46.2% | 18.3% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodland Rise was 49.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.2% lower than the Doxford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodland Rise has the 30th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Doxford and the 293rd lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Woodland Rise, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-02-16 | £371,066 |
| 10 Woodland Rise, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2020-03-06 | £321,450 |
| 6 Woodland Rise, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-01-07 | £405,687 |
| 5 Woodland Rise, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2015-08-04 | £441,896 |
| 3 Woodland Rise, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-02-21 | £266,420 |
SR3 2TW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SR3 2TW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 1,049 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,055 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 4,423 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy Marcross Drive , Moorside SR3 2RE | 4out of 4 | 614 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Primary School Torphin Hill Drive , SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Academy Archer Road , Farringdon SR3 3DJ | 2out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Herrington Primary Academy Balmoral Terrace , East Herrington SR3 3PR | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Academy Infant Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 1,593 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 785 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 2,318 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 2,482 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,745 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 4,043 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 | 3,025 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 | 3,567 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 3,911 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 | 814 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 2,594 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 2,629 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 3,635 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haddington Vale Community Cafe | 1 Haddington Vale, Knightswood | 399 yd | |
| David Lloyd Clubs | 3, Camberwell Way | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Doxy Lad | The Park, 15 | 239 yd | |
| The Prior | The Colonel Prior, Moorside Road | 344 yd | |
| Oak Tree Farm | 1, Camberwell Way | 935 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Silksworth Terrace, Sunderland | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy's | Tommy's Fish And Chips, 3 William Doxford Centre | 203 yd | |
| Cantonese Delight | 14, William Doxford Centre | 239 yd | |
| Pizza Oven | 12, William Doxford Centre | 239 yd | |
| Only Foods And Sauces | 150A Allendale Road, Sunderland | 972 yd | |
| Codland Pizza And Grill | 142 Allendale Road, Sunderland | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | William Doxford Centre, Sunderland | 239 yd | |
| Aldi | Knollside Close, Sunderland | 586 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Benedict Biscop Ce Academy MARCROSS DRIVE | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Mill Hill Primary School MILL HILL WALK | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 860 yd |
| David Lloyd (Sunderland) CAMBERWELL WAY | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 941 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.