Craigshaw Road is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 3NF is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Washington and Sunderland West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Craigshaw Road, Sunderland, SR5 3NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 3LW, SR5 3NG, SR5 3LJ, SR5 3LN, SR5 3ND, SR5 3NE, SR5 3NQ, SR5 3NH, SR5 3LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR5 3NF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.9% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 57.9% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 6.9% |
| Male | 48.2% | 42.1% | -6.1% | 49.0% | -6.9% |
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 3NF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47% 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 | 39.6% | 47% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 34.3% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -9.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 7.6% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 9.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 47.9% | 51.1% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 33.7% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 11.3% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 25.2% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.2% | 15.8% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 19.8% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 18.3% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 13.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 96.5% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.9% | 97.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Craigshaw Road was 75.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.6% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Craigshaw Road has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Castle and the 450th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Craigshaw Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-01-18 | £116,764 |
| 4 Craigshaw Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,500 | 2021-12-17 | £107,188 |
| 4 Craigshaw Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2018-10-26 | £101,372 |
| 1 Craigshaw Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2013-07-26 | £135,261 |
| 9 Craigshaw Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2012-09-07 | £107,303 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,943 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 2,820 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,172 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 3,341 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 4,160 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylton Castle Primary School Caithness Road , Hylton Castle SR5 3RE | 3out of 4 | 186 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bexhill Academy Bexhill Road , Town End Farm SR5 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Town End Academy Borodin Avenue , Town End Farm SR5 4NX | 4out of 4 | 625 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Bosco Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Bradford Avenue , SR5 4JW | 4out of 4 | 905 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castletown Primary School Grange Road , Castletown SR5 3EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 1,095 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 2,578 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | 2out of 4 | 3,183 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 1out of 4 | 4,914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 2out of 4 | 4,917 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 | 5,244 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,484 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 3,819 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 160 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 1,437 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 1,579 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 2,650 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon of Light School Beacon of Light , Stadium Park SR5 1SU | 2out of 4 | 4,872 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kitchen | 51 - 53 Blackwood Road, Sunderland | 518 yd | |
| Sunflowers Nursery | Winchester House, 132 | 908 yd | |
| Nissan / Vending Dept | Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK Limited, Washington Road | 926 yd | |
| Downhill Football Hub | Community North Sports Complex, Kingsway Road | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hylton Castle | Hylton Castle Arms, Canterbury Road | 395 yd | |
| Town End Farm W M Club | Town End Farm Workmens Club, Bexhill Road | 471 yd | |
| Hylton Castle Club | Hylton Castle W M C House, Cricklewood Road | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Fry | Unit 2, 23 Caithness Road | 204 yd | |
| Ranches | Unit 3, 23 Caithness Road | 397 yd | |
| Rob's Fish Bar | 46, Castleford Road | 419 yd | |
| Gills Fry Fry | 33 Blackwood Road, Sunderland | 472 yd | |
| Tandoori Club | 41 Blackwood Road, Sunderland | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Eastern Co-Operative | 31, Chiswick Square | 420 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy Newbridge CRAIGSHAW ROAD | 50 yd | |
| Hylton Castle Primary School HYLTON CASTLE PRIMARY SCHOOL HYLTON CASTLE PRIMARY SCHOOL CAITHNESS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Bunny Hill Wellness Centre BUNNY HILL CENTRE BUNNY HILL CENTRE HYLTON LANE | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Plesseys Sports Field WASHINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 897 yd |
| Castle View Sports Centre CARTWRIGHT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 972 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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 | 25.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.