Hylton Road is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR4 7YB 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 Hylton Road, Sunderland, SR4 7YB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR4 7YE, SR4 6HT, SR4 6HU, SR4 6HX, SR4 7UZ, SR4 7XA, SR4 6HE, SR4 7YA, SR4 6JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR4 7YB 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 | 49.8% | 50.6% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.4% | -0.8% | 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.
In the immediate area around SR4 7YB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 48.2% | 43.5% | -4.7% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.7% | 34.6% | 1.9% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 11% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 8.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 42.2% | 40.4% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 34% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 14.5% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 SR4 7YB this area, 29.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.1% | 29.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 10% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 11.6% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.4% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 13.7% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 23.7% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Other Asian | 8.7% | 5.5% | -3.2% | 1.6% | 3.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 84% | 80.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | -0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 84.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 84.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.9% | 10.6% | -2.3% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84% | 84.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 9.8% | 6.4% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.6% | 0% | -7.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 4.3% | 0.2% | 4.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hylton Road was 334.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.3% higher than the Millfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hylton Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Millfield and the 51st highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 135.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Hylton Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-01-04 | £70,770 |
| First Floor Flat 190 Hylton Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £31,500 | 2010-01-07 | £35,944 |
SR4 7YB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylton Red House Nursery School Rotherham Road , Red House Estate SR5 5QL | 4out of 4 | 2,540 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 2,608 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 5,233 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 | 147 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 | 222 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Diamond Hall Infant Academy Well Street , SR4 6JF | 3out of 4 | 233 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Infant Academy Mount Road , Barnes SR4 7QF | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Junior School Mount Road , SR4 7QF | 3out of 4 | 1,105 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 | 1,360 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,088 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 2,617 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 2,911 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 | 1,653 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 | 2,602 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 | 1,194 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 1,516 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 1,518 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon of Light School Beacon of Light , Stadium Park SR5 1SU | 2out of 4 | 1,846 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 | 93 yd | |
| Craft Coffee | Hall, City Life Church | 105 yd | |
| Meat U There | Meat You There, 5A Peacock Street West | 406 yd | |
| Tumbles | 118-120, Hylton Road | 419 yd | |
| WRVS - Main Shop, Main Concourse | Nurses Training School, Kayll Road | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Pond | Willow Pond Inn, 173 | 85 yd | |
| Sir John Short Raob Club | Sir John Short R A O B Club, Wilson Street | 119 yd | |
| Cheema's American Pool And Snooker | Cheema American Pool And Snooker Hall, Hylton Road | 437 yd | |
| West End Conservative Club | 110, Hylton Road | 437 yd | |
| Chesters / 88th Street / Value Mighty / Sin City Burger | Chester Road, Sunderland | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan Grill House | 199 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 35 yd | |
| Mr Wrapz | 179 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 60 yd | |
| Deli Two Twenty | 220 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 79 yd | |
| Hylton Fry Inn | 213 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 83 yd | |
| Hylton Chop Suey House | 229 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 130 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, Saint Marks Road North | 298 yd | |
| Herons Foods | 38 Saint Lukes Terrace, Sunderland | 621 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Trimdon Street, Sunderland | 1,003 yd | |
| B&M | Pallion Retail Park Units 5 And Unit 6, Woodbine Terrace | 1,089 yd | |
| Iceland | Pallion Retail Park, 3 | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) 165-167 165-167 Hylton Road | health and fitness suite | 122 yd |
| Premier Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) 118-120 118-120 HYLTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 418 yd |
| West Community Centre COMMUNITY CENTRE COMMUNITY CENTRE CHESTER ROAD | 508 yd | |
| St Gabriels Church & Community Centre ST. GABRIELS AVENUE | 660 yd | |
| Lambton Street Youth And Community Hub FALKLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Hylton Road Pitches FARADAY GROVE | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Mayfair Health Club MAYFAIR BUILDINGS MAYFAIR BUILDINGS DURHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 855 yd |
| University Of Sunderland Centre For Sport And Recreation (Closed) Chester Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,082 yd |
| University Of Sunderland City Space CHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,092 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.