Elgin is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR3 2WN is located in the Doxford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Houghton and Sunderland South. This postcode has been in use since 2010-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elgin, Sunderland, SR3 2WN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 2WD, SR3 2LG, SR3 2LJ, SR3 2WL, SR3 2WF, SR3 2LW, SR3 2JN, SR3 2LH, SR3 2FH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR3 2WN has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.8% of the population 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 | 63.5% | 59.8% | -3.7% | 51.0% | 8.8% |
| Male | 36.5% | 40.2% | 3.7% | 49.0% | -8.8% |
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 | 43% | 28.5% | -14.5% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.6% | 40.5% | 9.9% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 17.1% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 11.0% |
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 (60.2%) 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 | 41.9% | 33.3% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 26.9% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 24% | 6.4% | 12.7% | 11.3% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 12.1% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 8.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
In the area around SR3 2WN this area, 37.6% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.1% | 37.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 19.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8.8% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 16.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.7% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 12% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 14.8% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
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 | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 99.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 65.1% | 46.2% | 18.9% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elgin was 217.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 165.4% higher than the Doxford average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Elgin has the 5th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Doxford and the 119th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.3%.

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 Elgin, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2024-04-04 | £148,254 |
| 8 Elgin, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2023-05-25 | £144,003 |
| 10 Elgin, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-12-16 | £128,837 |
| 9 Elgin, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2020-10-09 | £159,006 |
| 10 Elgin, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-08-30 | £130,615 |
SR3 2WN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2WN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 143 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 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 | 314 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,591 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 4,793 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Primary School Torphin Hill Drive , SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 290 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy Marcross Drive , Moorside SR3 2RE | 4out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Academy Infant Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Academy Junior Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth Tunstall Village Road , Silksworth SR3 2BB | - not rated | 1,300 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 2,960 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,599 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 3,798 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 | 3,162 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 | 4,062 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 4,448 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 | 740 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 2,774 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 3,017 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopespring Sunderland 10 Sea View Road West , Sunderland SR2 9HA | - not rated | 3,356 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haddington Vale Community Cafe | 1 Haddington Vale, Knightswood | 377 yd | |
| Castle Bar/Signatures Italian Restaurant | Back Cornelia Street, Wynyard Street | 990 yd | |
| Al Forno | Unit 3, Retail Units | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Doxy Lad | The Park, 15 | 584 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Silksworth Terrace, Sunderland | 761 yd | |
| Silksworth W M C | 44 43 Quarry Street, Sunderland | 803 yd | |
| The Prior | The Colonel Prior, Moorside Road | 941 yd | |
| Comrades Club Silksworth | Silksworth Comrades Club, 1 | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantonese Delight | 14, William Doxford Centre | 584 yd | |
| Pizza Oven | 12, William Doxford Centre | 584 yd | |
| Tommy's | Tommy's Fish And Chips, 3 William Doxford Centre | 616 yd | |
| Alibaba | Unit A And B, The Old Bingo Hall | 804 yd | |
| Gills Golden Fish N Chips | 1, Aline Street | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Knollside Close, Sunderland | 419 yd | |
| Morrisons | William Doxford Centre, Sunderland | 584 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Primary School MILL HILL WALK | grass pitches | 124 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.