Hylton Road is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR4 9AB 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 Hylton Road, Sunderland, SR4 9AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR4 9AX, SR4 9AD, SR4 9AU, SR4 9AT, SR4 8ES, SR4 0HL, SR4 0LH, SR4 9AY, SR4 8EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR4 9AB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 39.4% | 47.6% | 8.2% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 60.6% | 52.4% | -8.2% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 9AB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58% 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 | 44.1% | 58% | 13.9% | 37.9% | 20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.1% | 19.1% | -12.0% | 44.2% | -25.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 4% | 7% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 4.8% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 6.4% | -6.0% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (65.9%) 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 | 24.5% | 40.5% | 16.0% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 26.1% | 25.4% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 27.1% | 23.2% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 18.6% | 8.6% | -10.0% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 9AB this area, 41% 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 8.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52% | 41% | -11.0% | 18.2% | 22.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 12.8% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.3% | 10.9% | 3.6% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 8.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.1% | 16% | 10.9% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.8% | 8.3% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -25.5% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 99.5% | 100% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.5% | 100% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hylton Road was 394.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 316.8% higher than the Pallion average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hylton Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Pallion and the 37th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 145.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 592 Hylton Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2006-12-22 | £111,970 |
| 592 Hylton Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2006-09-29 | £87,338 |
| 592 Hylton Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £23,000 | 1997-09-22 | £84,911 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 122 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 | 2,994 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,932 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 5,305 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Hylton Road , Pennywell SR4 9AA | 3out of 4 | 220 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Hylton Primary Academy Union Street , South Hylton SR4 0LS | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Academy Fordfield Road , Ford Estate SR4 0DA | 3out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway Junior School Springwell Road , SR4 8NW | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Grindon Lane , Grindon SR4 8HP | 4out of 4 | 1,289 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,770 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 3,436 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 3,667 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,726 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 | 2,663 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 265 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 709 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 1,668 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 1,868 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Shaftoe Road , Springwell SR3 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Park School Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 2,620 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Protein Bar | Unit 13, Pennywell Business Centre | 270 yd | |
| Coffee Zone | Unit 11, Pennywell Business Centre | 270 yd | |
| Shake It Cake It | Unit 3, Pennywell Shopping Centre | 381 yd | |
| The Village Pantry | B, 15 | 840 yd | |
| Sunderland Training And Education Farm | Page Pastures Farm, Keelmans Lane | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennywell Comrades Club | Pennywell Comrades Club And Institute, Hylton Bank | 276 yd | |
| The Jolly Potter | Railway Terrace, Sunderland | 854 yd | |
| S Hylton Working Mens Club | South Hylton Workingmens Cluband Inst., High Street | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Million Dollar Milkshakes | Unit 15, Pennywell Business Centre | 270 yd | |
| The Jolly Fryer | 497, Hylton Road | 426 yd | |
| Chom Chom Spice | Unit 15, Pennywell Shopping Centre | 439 yd | |
| Good Taste | Good Taste Chinese Takeaway, Unit 16 | 440 yd | |
| Royal Pizza | 609 Hylton Road, Sunderland | 455 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Pennywell Shopping Centre Unit 2, Portsmouth Road | 388 yd | |
| Iceland | Pennywell Shopping Centre Unit 1A, Portsmouth Road | 388 yd | |
| The Co-Op | 27, Broadstairs Court | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Annes Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School HYLTON ROAD | grass pitches | 158 yd |
| Academy 360 PORTSMOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 230 yd |
| Pennywell Community Centre PORTSMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 259 yd |
| Pennywell School (Closed) Portsmouth Road | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Grindon Hall Christian School Nookside | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| South Hylton GREENBANK DRIVE | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields HALESWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| South Hylton Primary School UNION STREET | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Grindon Young Peoples Centre GRINDON BOYS CLUB GRINDON BOYS CLUB GRINDON LANE | 1,040 yd | |
| Ford Community Sports Hub ESTUARY WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,041 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 | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| 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 | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.