Swan Street is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 1HB is located in the Southwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swan Street, Sunderland, SR5 1HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 1HN, SR5 1HL, SR5 1HD, SR5 1RW, SR5 1RU, SR5 1HA, SR5 1RN, SR5 1HJ, SR5 1LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR5 1HB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 54.8% | 49.7% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 45.2% | 50.3% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 35.9% | 41.9% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.8% | 23.2% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -21.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 13.5% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 21.2% | 14.8% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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 (66.3%) 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 | 27.6% | 20.1% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -28.3% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 46.2% | 17.6% | 33.6% | 12.6% |
| Fair health | 31% | 23.1% | -7.9% | 12.7% | 10.4% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 8.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 SR5 1HB this area, 35.5% 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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.6% | 35.5% | -16.1% | 18.2% | 17.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 9% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 14.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 12.9% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.9% | 19.4% | 14.5% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 97.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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% | 95.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.5% | 95.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swan Street was 215.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 149.4% higher than the Fulwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swan Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Fulwell and the 121st highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 138.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Swan Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2023-10-23 | £54,476 |
| 4 Swan Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £74,995 | 2022-05-27 | £83,431 |
| 6 Swan Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2021-07-26 | £74,829 |
| 9 Swan Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £64,950 | 2021-03-15 | £78,670 |
| 3 Swan Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2021-02-08 | £71,374 |
SR5 1HB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SR5 1HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 2,548 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,225 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,324 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 | 324 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwick Community Primary School Shakespeare Street , Southwick SR5 2JX | 3out of 4 | 597 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redby Academy Fulwell Road , SR6 9QP | 3out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Dorothy Primary School Dock Street , Monkwearmouth SR6 0EA | 3out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,724 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,266 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 | 3,505 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 | 4,156 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 4,359 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 | 523 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 | 1,841 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 2,579 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 2,765 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 3,026 yd | Academy special converter | 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 | 430 yd | |
| Jazzys | Jazzy's, 97 - 99 Newcastle Road | 502 yd | |
| Italian Kitchen/The Mill | Thompson Road, Sunderland | 535 yd | |
| Thompsom Park Cafe & Eatery | 179, Newcastle Road | 582 yd | |
| Sunderland AFC Events | Stadium Of Light Admin Building Stadium Park, Vaux Brewery Way | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare & Social Club | Wearmouth Colliery Welfare And Social Club Ltd, Thompson Road | 548 yd | |
| Colliery Tavern | 12, Southwick Road | 610 yd | |
| Tram Car Inn | The Green, Sunderland | 730 yd | |
| Hogans | Hogans Public House, 3 Stoney Lane | 813 yd | |
| Grange Hotel | The Grange Hotel 227, 225 | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China City | 37, Carley Road | 311 yd | |
| Manticore Catering | 227 Southwick Road, Sunderland | 389 yd | |
| Crozier Fisheries | 8, Crozier Street | 485 yd | |
| Roll With It | 11, Crozier Street | 485 yd | |
| Bella Roma & Indee | 259 Southwick Road, Sunderland | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Carley Hill Road, Sunderland | 602 yd | |
| Iceland | 14 The Green, Sunderland | 645 yd | |
| Heron Foods | The Market Unit 3, The Green | 732 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Sunderland Retail Park | 768 yd | |
| Lidl | Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 1,007 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thompson Park AMY STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 367 yd |
| Beacon Of Light BEACON OF LIGHT BEACON OF LIGHT VAUX BREWERY WAY | artificial grass pitch | 429 yd |
| Palm Beach Health & Beauty (Closed) Southwick Road | health and fitness suite | 462 yd |
| Newcastle Road Baths (Closed) Newcastle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 491 yd |
| Sunderland Aquatic Centre VAUX BREWERY WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 542 yd |
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare Ground And Social Club THOMPSON ROAD | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Southwick Sports Hall (Closed) Shakesphere Street | health and fitness suite | 582 yd |
| Aaasports Sunderland Shakespeare Street | 586 yd | |
| Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland VAUX BREWERY WAY | health and fitness suite | 589 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 | 687 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% |
| Median download speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.