Waterside is in Coxgreen, Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR4 9JS is located in the Shiney Row 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 Waterside, Coxgreen, Sunderland, SR4 9JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR4 9JU, NE38 8FG, NE38 8JZ, NE38 8FH, NE38 8FD, NE38 8FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR4 9JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 50.5% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.3% | 49.5% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 20.9% | 26.3% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 48.8% | -13.1% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 16.9% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.3% | 54.1% | 16.8% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 29.2% | -11.3% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 14.6% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 23% | 14.6% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 7% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 17.7% | 5.5% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 18.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 34.8% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.2% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98% | 96.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waterside was 194.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 138.0% higher than the Copt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Waterside has the 9th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Copt Hill and the 144th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 86.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church House Waterside, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2012-11-16 | £566,621 |
| Church House Waterside, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2007-04-24 | £535,960 |
| 2 Waterside, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2001-09-07 | £177,584 |
| Church House Waterside, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,000 | 1999-02-05 | £355,993 |
SR4 9JS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SR4 9JS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 3,384 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 3,518 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 3,679 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barmston Village Primary School Barmston Centre , NE38 8JA | 3out of 4 | 1,623 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John F Kennedy Primary School Station Road , Columbia NE38 7AR | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Penshaw Academy Langdale Road , New Penshaw DH4 7HY | 3out of 4 | 1,786 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fatfield Academy Southcroft , Fatfield NE38 8RB | 3out of 4 | 2,012 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Primary School Kirkham , Biddick Village NE38 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AF | 3out of 4 | 2,053 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 1out of 4 | 2,943 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 3,752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 4,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 3,542 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 3,941 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 3,691 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 4,141 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Link School Swindon Road , SR3 4EE | 3out of 4 | 4,780 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 4,812 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teal Farm | Edale Close, Washington | 263 yd | |
| Faurecia (Vending) | Industrial Unit, Staithes Road | 729 yd | |
| ASDA CDC8 Staff Canteen | Asda Warehouse, Staithes Road | 767 yd | |
| The Coffee Club | 13 Stirling Close, Pattinson South | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oddfellows Arms | Waterside, Sunderland | 30 yd | |
| Teal Farm Pub | Edale Close, Washington | 263 yd | |
| Wearside Golf Club | Offerton Village, Sunderland | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bells Fish & Chips | 2, Craggs Road | 426 yd | |
| Old School House Kitchen | School House, Offerton Village | 665 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wearside Golf Club | golf | 860 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.