Howarth Street is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR4 7UT is located in the Millfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howarth Street, Sunderland, SR4 7UT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR4 7UR, SR4 7UU, SR4 7UP, SR4 7YE, SR4 7XB, SR4 7UX, SR4 7DN, SR4 7UH, SR4 7YB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR4 7UT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 50.6% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.4% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 35.1% | 36.3% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 46.3% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 42.5% | 41.4% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 30.8% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.9% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 8% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 30.7% | 22.3% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 13.4% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 8.4% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 9.4% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 30.7% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.5% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.7% | 5.1% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 4.0% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 15.8% | 14.5% | -1.3% | 1.6% | 12.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 71.8% | 60.9% | -10.9% | 81.4% | -20.5% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 73.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 73.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | -9.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 20.5% | 22.8% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 17.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.5% | 73.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | -9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 7.7% | 11.8% | 4.1% | 9.8% | 2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 12% | 3.4% | -8.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 8% | 4.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.6% | 76.7% | -12.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 5.5% | 0.2% | 5.3% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.7% | 37.2% | -11.5% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howarth Street was 321.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.2% higher than the Millfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howarth Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Millfield and the 61st highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Howarth Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-07-24 | £116,728 |
| 28 Howarth Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-07-19 | £139,969 |
| 23 Howarth Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-10-20 | £91,050 |
| 28 Howarth Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2023-05-12 | £90,132 |
| 12 Howarth Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,500 | 2022-03-10 | £87,111 |
SR4 7UT 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 student residents living in SR4 7UT area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,637 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 | 2,685 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,754 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 5,376 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Hall Junior Academy Well Street , Millfield SR4 6JF | 3out of 4 | 292 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sunderland Rutland Street , SR4 6HY | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Diamond Hall Infant Academy Well Street , SR4 6JF | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Infant Academy Mount Road , Barnes SR4 7QF | 3out of 4 | 948 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Junior School Mount Road , SR4 7QF | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 1,239 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,946 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 2,775 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 | 1,528 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 | 2,298 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 2,624 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Sunderland 4th Floor, Edinburgh Building , City Campus, Chester Road SR1 3SD | - not rated | 1,114 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 1,376 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon of Light School Beacon of Light , Stadium Park SR5 1SU | 2out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenues Cafe | 186 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 152 yd | |
| Craft Coffee | Hall, City Life Church | 166 yd | |
| Chesters Lounge Indians | 141 Chester Road, Sunderland | 418 yd | |
| WRVS - Main Shop, Main Concourse | Nurses Training School, Kayll Road | 419 yd | |
| Caffe 207 | 207 Chester Road, Sunderland | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Pond | Willow Pond Inn, 173 | 120 yd | |
| Sir John Short Raob Club | Sir John Short R A O B Club, Wilson Street | 258 yd | |
| Chesters / 88th Street / Value Mighty / Sin City Burger | Chester Road, Sunderland | 321 yd | |
| Sunderland West Community Centre Social Club. | West Community Centre, Chester Road | 369 yd | |
| Cheema's American Pool And Snooker | Cheema American Pool And Snooker Hall, Hylton Road | 441 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Wrapz | 179 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 112 yd | |
| Manhattan Grill House | 199 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 131 yd | |
| Hylton Fry Inn | 213 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 159 yd | |
| Hylton Pizza | 159 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 175 yd | |
| Deli Two Twenty | 220 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, Saint Marks Road North | 153 yd | |
| Herons Foods | 38 Saint Lukes Terrace, Sunderland | 755 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Trimdon Street, Sunderland | 992 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) 165-167 165-167 Hylton Road | health and fitness suite | 139 yd |
| West Community Centre COMMUNITY CENTRE COMMUNITY CENTRE CHESTER ROAD | 366 yd | |
| Premier Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) 118-120 118-120 HYLTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 426 yd |
| St Gabriels Church & Community Centre ST. GABRIELS AVENUE | 578 yd | |
| Mayfair Health Club MAYFAIR BUILDINGS MAYFAIR BUILDINGS DURHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 719 yd |
| Lambton Street Youth And Community Hub FALKLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 855 yd |
| Hylton Road Pitches FARADAY GROVE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| University Of Sunderland Centre For Sport And Recreation (Closed) Chester Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,002 yd |
| University Of Sunderland City Space CHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,011 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 | 97.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.8% |
| 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 | 76.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.