Grindon Lane is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR3 4EL is located in the Sandhill 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 Grindon Lane, Sunderland, SR3 4EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 4EW, SR3 4EJ, SR3 4EH, SR3 4EQ, SR3 4ES, SR3 4EP, SR3 4EF, SR3 4ET, SR3 4ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR3 4EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.1% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.9% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 4EL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 34.1% | 42.6% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 40.6% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.2% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 47.7% | 41.2% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 28% | 32.7% | 4.7% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 18.6% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 5.9% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
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 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.9% | 24.8% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 14.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 16.3% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 10.6% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 19.9% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 13.8% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 6.3% | 0.4% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 100% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 97.8% | 98.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grindon Lane was 73.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.9% lower than the Barnes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grindon Lane has the 52nd highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Barnes and the 434th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 Grindon Lane, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-03-26 | £129,050 |
| 140 Grindon Lane, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2023-05-24 | £197,812 |
| 130 Grindon Lane, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2022-01-28 | £141,514 |
| 120 Grindon Lane, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2021-01-25 | £124,156 |
| 120 Grindon Lane, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2017-07-07 | £137,318 |
SR3 4EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,344 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hylton Red House Nursery School Rotherham Road , Red House Estate SR5 5QL | 4out of 4 | 4,086 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Grindon Lane , Grindon SR4 8HP | 4out of 4 | 352 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway Junior School Springwell Road , SR4 8NW | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorney Close Primary School Torquay Road , SR3 4BB | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hasting Hill Academy Tilbury Road , Sunderland SR3 4LY | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grindon Infant School Gleneagles Road , SR4 9QN | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 177 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,881 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,005 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,097 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | 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 | 1,598 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 | 928 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 483 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 518 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 2,491 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa | 28, Broadstairs Court | 609 yd | |
| The Snack Shack | 98A The Broadway, Grindon | 693 yd | |
| McDonalds | North Moor Road, Sunderland | 1,012 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants - Delivery Kitchen | North Moor Road, Sunderland | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wavendon | Wavendon Crescent, Sunderland | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simons | 52, Sunningdale Road | 193 yd | |
| Grindon Dragon | 9 Galashiels Road, Sunderland | 610 yd | |
| The Broadway Wok | 93, 91 | 653 yd | |
| Grindon Tandoori | 96 The Broadway, Grindon | 674 yd | |
| Thorney Chinese Takeaway | 30 Thorndale Road, Sunderland | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Op | 27, Broadstairs Court | 609 yd | |
| Lidl | Durham Road, Sunderland | 668 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandhill Sports Centre SANDHILL VIEW CENTRE SANDHILL VIEW CENTRE GRINDON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 92 yd |
| St Cuthbert'S Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School GRINDON LANE | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| The New Bridge Academy (Lower Site) (Closed) Swindon Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 387 yd |
| Grindon Young Peoples Centre GRINDON BOYS CLUB GRINDON BOYS CLUB GRINDON LANE | 573 yd | |
| Broadway Junior School SPRINGWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Thorney Close Primary School TORQUAY ROAD | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| Thorndale Road THORNEY CLOSE ACTION & ENTERPRISE CENTRE THORNEY CLOSE ACTION & ENTERPRISE CENTRE THORNDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Barnes Park Extension A T C HQ A T C HQ TAY ROAD | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Grindon Hall Christian School Nookside | grass pitches | 988 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 | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.