Attwood Grove is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 1RN is located in the Southwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Attwood Grove, Sunderland, SR5 1RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 1SR, SR5 1RW, SR5 1RU, SR5 2RJ, SR5 2RL, SR5 1HN, SR5 1HB, SR5 2RN, SR5 1HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR5 1RN has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 52.5% | 48% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 47.5% | 52% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 SR5 1RN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.4% 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 | 50% | 53.4% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 26.7% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -17.5% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 11.7% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6.3% | 2.0% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68%) 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 | 42.8% | 33.2% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 34.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 15% | 18% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 11.9% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 7.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.2% | 26.7% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 18% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 8.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 12.1% | -7.4% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.8% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.4% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 15% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.1% | 99.6% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 97.2% | 93.9% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 5.7% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 93.9% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Attwood Grove was 76.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.9% lower than the Fulwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Attwood Grove has the 32nd highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Fulwell and the 458th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Attwood Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2022-04-11 | £91,318 |
| 22 Attwood Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2011-03-03 | £105,347 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,424 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,135 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,235 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 | 446 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwick Community Primary School Shakespeare Street , Southwick SR5 2JX | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redby Academy Fulwell Road , SR6 9QP | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Dorothy Primary School Dock Street , Monkwearmouth SR6 0EA | 3out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 2,122 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,156 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 2,371 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,748 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,298 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 | 3,486 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 | 4,080 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 4,273 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 | 615 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 | 1,872 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 2,609 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 2,786 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 3,037 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Kitchen/The Mill | Thompson Road, Sunderland | 457 yd | |
| Yard 9 | Foundation Of Light, Beacon Of Light | 499 yd | |
| The Green Bean | The Old Police Station, The Green | 610 yd | |
| Grace House | Bardolph Drive, Sunderland | 625 yd | |
| Jazzys | Jazzy's, 97 - 99 Newcastle Road | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare & Social Club | Wearmouth Colliery Welfare And Social Club Ltd, Thompson Road | 501 yd | |
| Tram Car Inn | The Green, Sunderland | 608 yd | |
| Hogans | Hogans Public House, 3 Stoney Lane | 691 yd | |
| Colliery Tavern | 12, Southwick Road | 713 yd | |
| Grange Hotel | The Grange Hotel 227, 225 | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China City | 37, Carley Road | 212 yd | |
| Manticore Catering | 227 Southwick Road, Sunderland | 269 yd | |
| Bella Roma & Indee | 259 Southwick Road, Sunderland | 365 yd | |
| Great Wall | 233, Southwick Road | 381 yd | |
| Pizza Palace | 263, Southwick Road | 381 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Carley Hill Road, Sunderland | 518 yd | |
| Iceland | 14 The Green, Sunderland | 521 yd | |
| Heron Foods | The Market Unit 3, The Green | 610 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Sunderland Retail Park | 885 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Health & Beauty (Closed) Southwick Road | health and fitness suite | 339 yd |
| Thompson Park AMY STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 348 yd |
| Southwick Sports Hall (Closed) Shakesphere Street | health and fitness suite | 459 yd |
| Aaasports Sunderland Shakespeare Street | 462 yd | |
| Beacon Of Light BEACON OF LIGHT BEACON OF LIGHT VAUX BREWERY WAY | artificial grass pitch | 498 yd |
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare Ground And Social Club THOMPSON ROAD | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Elite Health And Fitness ELITE HEALTH AND FITNESS KINGS ROAD ELITE HEALTH AND FITNESS KINGS ROAD THE GREEN | health and fitness suite | 585 yd |
| Southwick Community Primary School SHAKESPEARE STREET | grass pitches | 588 yd |
| Newcastle Road Baths (Closed) Newcastle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 605 yd |
| Sunderland Aquatic Centre VAUX BREWERY WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 613 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 | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.