Chapel Place is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 1EE is located in the Southwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 2009-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Place, Sunderland, SR5 1EE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 1EL, SR5 1ED, SR5 1EJ, SR5 1ET, SR5 1EY, SR5 1DY, SR5 1DT, SR5 1ES, SR5 1DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR5 1EE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.9% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51% | 49.1% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 34.6% | 39.9% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 28.2% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -16.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 13.7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 14.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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 (46.9%) 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 | 30% | 25.1% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -23.3% |
| Good health | 20.3% | 21.8% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -11.8% |
| Fair health | 27% | 30.5% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 17.8% |
| Bad health | 16.7% | 17.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 13.5% |
| Very bad health | 6% | 5.1% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 3.9% |
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 SR5 1EE this area, 47% 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 8.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 56.5% | 47% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 28.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 10.8% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.8% | 15.3% | 6.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 10.4% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.3% | 8.8% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -25.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.3% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.5% 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% | 98.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 76.7% | -5.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Place was 106.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.3% higher than the Fulwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Place has the 25th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Fulwell and the 346th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Chapel Place, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, a newly built property | £100,000 | 2009-04-17 | £140,731 |
| 2 Chapel Place, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2009-04-16 | £140,731 |
| 4 Chapel Place, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2009-04-15 | £140,731 |
| 5 Chapel Place, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, a newly built property | £97,000 | 2009-04-09 | £136,509 |
| 1 Chapel Place, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2009-04-09 | £139,324 |
SR5 1EE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 SR5 1EE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,858 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,592 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Park Primary School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | 4out of 4 | 267 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redby Academy Fulwell Road , SR6 9QP | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwick Community Primary School Shakespeare Street , Southwick SR5 2JX | 3out of 4 | 968 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,042 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Dorothy Primary School Dock Street , Monkwearmouth SR6 0EA | 3out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 2,084 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,474 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 2,598 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,993 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | 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 | 3,359 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 | 4,190 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 4,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon of Light School Beacon of Light , Stadium Park SR5 1SU | 2out of 4 | 171 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sunderland 4th Floor, Edinburgh Building , City Campus, Chester Road SR1 3SD | - not rated | 1,585 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 2,318 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 2,520 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 2,768 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yard 9 | Foundation Of Light, Beacon Of Light | 199 yd | |
| Jazzys | Jazzy's, 97 - 99 Newcastle Road | 291 yd | |
| Sunderland AFC Events | Stadium Of Light Admin Building Stadium Park, Vaux Brewery Way | 328 yd | |
| Sunderland AFC Limited (Public Catering) | Stadium Of Light Admin Building Stadium Park, Vaux Brewery Way | 328 yd | |
| Tesco Customer Cafe (Tesco Family Dining) | Tesco Extra, Sunderland Retail Park | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colliery Tavern | 12, Southwick Road | 240 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 207 Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 561 yd | |
| The Victory | 39, North Bridge Street | 581 yd | |
| Deaf Society | 35 North Bridge Street, Sunderland | 627 yd | |
| The Cambridge | 88 Fulwell Road, Sunderland | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crozier Fisheries | 8, Crozier Street | 243 yd | |
| Roll With It | 11, Crozier Street | 243 yd | |
| Slice Sunderland | Unit 2, 1 - 2 Monk Street | 575 yd | |
| La Dolce Vita | 17 Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 603 yd | |
| Fona Pizza | 2, North Bridge Street | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Sunderland Retail Park | 424 yd | |
| Lidl | Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 644 yd | |
| Iceland | 14 The Green, Sunderland | 961 yd | |
| Aldi | Carley Hill Road, Sunderland | 970 yd | |
| Heron Foods | The Market Unit 3, The Green | 1,028 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Of Light BEACON OF LIGHT BEACON OF LIGHT VAUX BREWERY WAY | artificial grass pitch | 197 yd |
| Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland VAUX BREWERY WAY | health and fitness suite | 231 yd |
| Sunderland Aquatic Centre VAUX BREWERY WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 257 yd |
| Sunderland Fc (Stadium Of Light) STADIUM OF LIGHT ADMIN BUILDING STADIUM PARK STADIUM OF LIGHT ADMIN BUILDING STADIUM PARK VAUX BREWERY WAY | grass pitches | 329 yd |
| Newcastle Road Baths (Closed) Newcastle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 452 yd |
| Pure Gym (Sunderland) SUNDERLAND RETAIL PARK SUNDERLAND RETAIL PARK NEWCASTLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 465 yd |
| Thompson Park AMY STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 701 yd |
| Fitness 2000 36-38 36-38 ROKER AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 761 yd |
| Palm Beach Health & Beauty (Closed) Southwick Road | health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare Ground And Social Club THOMPSON ROAD | grass pitches | 881 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.