SR3 3AW is in Sunderland and Sunderland district. SR3 3AW is located in the St Chad's 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 Sunderland, SR3 3AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 3AW, SR3 3AR, SR3 3AT, SR3 3AU, SR3 3AN, SR3 3AX, SR3 1AQ, SR3 3AZ, SR3 3BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR3 3AW is primarily male, with 54.2% of the population 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 | 56.4% | 45.8% | -10.6% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 43.6% | 54.2% | 10.6% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
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 | 28.2% | 36.4% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.1% | 19.6% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -24.6% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 23.9% | 22.4% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 13.3% |
| Widowed | 19.7% | 16.8% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 10.7% |
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 (39.2%) 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 | 14.5% | 8.4% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -40.0% |
| Good health | 22.2% | 30.8% | 8.6% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 36.8% | 34.6% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 21.9% |
| Bad health | 22.2% | 17.8% | -4.4% | 4.0% | 13.8% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 8.4% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 7.2% |
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 3AW this area, 54.7% 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 10.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 64.1% | 54.7% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 36.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 7.5% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 12.3% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.4% | 7.5% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 3.4% | 10.4% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -23.4% |
| Other | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.9% | 76.7% | -7.8% |
| No passport held | 31.1% | 13.5% | 17.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 66.4% | 46.2% | 20.2% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 0.9% | 6.0% | -5.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SR3 3AW was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the St Chad's average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Altrincham Tower, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2012-08-17 | £79,748 |
| 72 Altrincham Tower, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2006-09-20 | £85,250 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SR3 3AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Full-Time Employee | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 4out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | - not rated | 3,348 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Community Nursery School Bell Street , SR4 6JR | - not rated | 3,723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cork Street Nursery Centre Cork Street , SR1 2AN | - not rated | 5,001 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 5,166 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farringdon Junior School Archer Road , SR3 3DJ | - not rated | 580 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Infant School Archer Road , SR3 3DJ | - not rated | 580 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Academy Archer Road , Farringdon SR3 3DJ | 3out of 4 | 580 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Primary School Archer Road , Farringdon SR3 3DJ | - not rated | 580 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorney Close Primary School Torquay Road , SR3 4BB | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Community school | 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 | 720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | - not rated | 726 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Sports College Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | - not rated | 726 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 3out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View School Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | - not rated | 1,712 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,145 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wearside College Tunstall Centre , Sea View Road West SR2 9LH | - not rated | 3,095 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,814 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 3out of 4 | 3,205 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | - not rated | 3,217 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunningdale School Doxford Park Way , SR3 2PP | 4out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,667 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland College Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | - not rated | 1,667 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Humbledon School Portland Road , SR3 1SS | - not rated | 1,689 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunderland Pupil Referral Unit Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 1,689 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | North Moor Road, Sunderland | 816 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants - Delivery Kitchen | North Moor Road, Sunderland | 816 yd | |
| Castle Bar/Signatures Italian Restaurant | Back Cornelia Street, Wynyard Street | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Sports & Social Club | Lakeside Sports And Social Club, North Moor Lane | 357 yd | |
| Comrades Club Silksworth | Silksworth Comrades Club, 1 | 844 yd | |
| Dolphin | The Dolphin, Ashdown Road | 889 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Silksworth Terrace, Sunderland | 1,010 yd | |
| New Silksworth R B Legion | Houghton Enterprise Centre, Vane Street | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codland Pizza And Grill | 142 Allendale Road, Sunderland | 735 yd | |
| Only Foods And Sauces | 150A Allendale Road, Sunderland | 758 yd | |
| The Hut | 7, Warwick Terrace | 922 yd | |
| Gills | 55 Ashdown Road, Sunderland | 932 yd | |
| Gills Golden Fry | 43 Ashdown Road, Sunderland | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 1 Anthony Road, Sunderland | 836 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Silksworth Cricket Club SUNNYBROW | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Northmoor NORTH MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Silksworth Sports Complex And Ski Slope SILKSWORTH LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, ski slopes | 749 yd |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 749 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 | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.