Church Bank is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 2DU 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 Church Bank, Sunderland, SR5 2DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 2DZ, SR5 2DX, SR5 2EA, SR5 2AU, SR5 2AP, SR5 2EB, SR5 2LN, SR5 2AT, SR5 2HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR5 2DU is primarily male, with 57.9% of the population 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 | 53.7% | 42.1% | -11.6% | 51.0% | -8.9% |
| Male | 46.3% | 57.9% | 11.6% | 49.0% | 8.9% |
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 | 37.4% | 41.7% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.5% | 27.2% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -17.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 18.5% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 9.4% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 7.9% | -9.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (50.9%) 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 | 27.7% | 19.3% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -29.1% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 31.6% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 31% | 9.5% | 12.7% | 18.3% |
| Bad health | 14.9% | 14% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 10.0% |
| Very bad health | 8.7% | 4.1% | -4.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 2DU this area, 48.3% 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 7.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 55.5% | 48.3% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 30.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 16.6% | 6.6% | 9.6% | 7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 8.6% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 10.6% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.3% | 7.9% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -25.9% |
| Other | 9% | 4.6% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.9% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.9% | 96.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Bank was 1235.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1330.1% higher than the Fulwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Bank has the highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Fulwell and the 8th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 632.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Church Rectory Church Bank, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £225,280 | 2003-08-11 | £427,876 |
SR5 2DU 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 2DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 1,653 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 3,539 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,798 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 5,017 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwick Community Primary School Shakespeare Street , Southwick SR5 2JX | 3out of 4 | 727 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Redcar Road , SR5 5AU | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Park Primary School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | 4out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sunderland Rutland Street , SR4 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Wood Community Primary School Redcar Road , Red House SR5 5RZ | 2out of 4 | 1,398 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 | 1,593 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 2,491 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,624 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 2,766 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,817 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 3,244 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 | 3,459 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 3,592 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 | 1,285 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 | 2,047 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 2,415 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 2,720 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Bean | The Old Police Station, The Green | 220 yd | |
| Cups & Cakes CIC | Beaumont Street, Southwick | 397 yd | |
| The Playgroup Hub | 10 Pickersgill Court, Sunderland | 479 yd | |
| Eileen's | 5 North Hylton Road, Southwick | 520 yd | |
| Riverside Diner | Business And Innovation Centre, Wearfield | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hogans | Hogans Public House, 3 Stoney Lane | 143 yd | |
| Tram Car Inn | The Green, Sunderland | 222 yd | |
| Times Inn | 43, Wear Street | 361 yd | |
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare & Social Club | Wearmouth Colliery Welfare And Social Club Ltd, Thompson Road | 962 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | Pallion New Road, Sunderland | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasha Pizza | 52 The Green, Southwick | 192 yd | |
| Subway | A, 44 | 215 yd | |
| The Dainty Deli | 27 The Green, Southwick | 245 yd | |
| Ying's Thai Takeaway | 7 Davison Terrace, Sunderland | 345 yd | |
| Happy Wok | 8 The Green, Southwick | 372 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | The Market Unit 3, The Green | 220 yd | |
| Iceland | 14 The Green, Sunderland | 329 yd | |
| Aldi | Carley Hill Road, Sunderland | 792 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Limited, Riverside Road | 905 yd | |
| B&M | Pallion Retail Park Units 5 And Unit 6, Woodbine Terrace | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southwick Community Primary School (Closed) Clarence Street | grass pitches | 282 yd |
| Elite Health And Fitness ELITE HEALTH AND FITNESS KINGS ROAD ELITE HEALTH AND FITNESS KINGS ROAD THE GREEN | health and fitness suite | 315 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Sunderland) WAYFARER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 331 yd |
| Aaasports Sunderland Shakespeare Street | 424 yd | |
| Southwick Sports Hall (Closed) Shakesphere Street | health and fitness suite | 455 yd |
| Palm Beach Health & Beauty (Closed) Southwick Road | health and fitness suite | 487 yd |
| Southwick Community Primary School SHAKESPEARE STREET | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| City Of Sunderland College (Closed) Hylton Centre Hylton Centre North Hylton Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 954 yd |
| Thompson Park AMY STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 984 yd |
| English Martyrs Rc Primary School REDCAR ROAD | grass pitches | 1,029 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.