The Broadway is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR4 8PE is located in the St Anne's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Washington and Sunderland West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Broadway, Sunderland, SR4 8PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR4 8PB, SR4 8PF, SR4 8PD, SR4 8PA, SR4 8PH, SR4 9HA, SR4 8HB, SR4 9HZ, SR4 8NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR4 8PE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents 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 | 51.1% | 49.1% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.9% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 27.7% | 27.9% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 50.2% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 11.6% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 9.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.7%) 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 | 37.3% | 36.5% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.2% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 21.2% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 8.5% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 8.5% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 29.8% | 23.4% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 14.9% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 8.5% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 15.8% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 24.7% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.4% | 96% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.9% | 37.2% | -8.3% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Broadway was 497.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 426.1% higher than the Pallion average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
The Broadway has the 2nd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Pallion and the 27th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 116.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 132 The Broadway, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £91,000 | 1999-07-30 | £285,543 |
SR4 8PE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 SR4 8PE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 125 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 743 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 | 3,556 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,068 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 | 454 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway Junior School Springwell Road , SR4 8NW | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Hylton Road , Pennywell SR4 9AA | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grindon Infant School Gleneagles Road , SR4 9QN | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Academy Fordfield Road , Ford Estate SR4 0DA | 3out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 906 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 2,612 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 3,067 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,326 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 | 2,017 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 | 277 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 603 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 | 1,055 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 1,876 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Snack Shack | 98A The Broadway, Grindon | 203 yd | |
| Costa | 28, Broadstairs Court | 332 yd | |
| Shake It Cake It | Unit 3, Pennywell Shopping Centre | 484 yd | |
| The Protein Bar | Unit 13, Pennywell Business Centre | 632 yd | |
| Coffee Zone | Unit 11, Pennywell Business Centre | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wavendon | Wavendon Crescent, Sunderland | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Broadway Wok | 93, 91 | 199 yd | |
| Grindon Tandoori | 96 The Broadway, Grindon | 206 yd | |
| Grindon Dragon | 9 Galashiels Road, Sunderland | 415 yd | |
| Chom Chom Spice | Unit 15, Pennywell Shopping Centre | 428 yd | |
| Good Taste | Good Taste Chinese Takeaway, Unit 16 | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Op | 27, Broadstairs Court | 332 yd | |
| Asda | Pennywell Shopping Centre Unit 2, Portsmouth Road | 478 yd | |
| Iceland | Pennywell Shopping Centre Unit 1A, Portsmouth Road | 478 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grindon Young Peoples Centre GRINDON BOYS CLUB GRINDON BOYS CLUB GRINDON LANE | 196 yd | |
| Grindon Hall Christian School Nookside | grass pitches | 284 yd |
| St Cuthbert'S Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School GRINDON LANE | grass pitches | 369 yd |
| Broadway Junior School SPRINGWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Pennywell Community Centre PORTSMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 635 yd |
| Academy 360 PORTSMOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 684 yd |
| Pennywell School (Closed) Portsmouth Road | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields HALESWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Sandhill Sports Centre SANDHILL VIEW CENTRE SANDHILL VIEW CENTRE GRINDON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 816 yd |
| The New Bridge Academy (Lower Site) (Closed) Swindon Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 958 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.