Cooper Street is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR6 0NQ is located in the St Peter's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cooper Street, Sunderland, SR6 0NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 0LL, SR6 0LN, SR6 0NH, SR6 0NP, SR6 0LJ, SR6 0NR, SR6 0NF, SR6 0NG, SR6 0NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR6 0NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 SR6 0NQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% 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 | 47.3% | 42.7% | -4.6% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.2% | 34.4% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 5% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 7% | 10.1% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (70.1%) 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 | 38.7% | 37.7% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 33% | 32.4% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 19.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 23% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 11.1% | -8.4% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 12.9% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.8% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 16.1% | 8.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 24.9% | 13.2% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.1% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.7% | 97.2% | 5.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 91.7% | 92.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 0.8% | -3.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 91.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.4% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cooper Street was 96.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.0% lower than the St Peter's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cooper Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in St Peter's and the 390th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 102.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Cooper Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2024-04-04 | £79,246 |
| 46 Cooper Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2023-09-29 | £155,043 |
| 57 Cooper Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-10-18 | £138,050 |
| 66 Cooper Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £204,950 | 2022-04-08 | £220,406 |
| 47 Cooper Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2021-04-21 | £129,403 |
SR6 0NQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,942 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 5,193 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redby Academy Fulwell Road , SR6 9QP | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 563 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Dorothy Primary School Dock Street , Monkwearmouth SR6 0EA | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Park Primary School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | 4out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwell Junior School Sea Road , Fulwell SR6 9EE | 4out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,193 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 2,696 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 3,072 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,464 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 3,499 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,197 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 | 5,295 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 1,199 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 | 2,269 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 2,890 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 3,093 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 3,136 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roker Methodist Church | Roker Park Road, Sunderland | 268 yd | |
| Marina Vista | Marine Activities Centre North Dock, Brunel Drive | 302 yd | |
| Snow Goose | Marine Activities Centre North Dock Unit 1, Brunel Drive | 302 yd | |
| Cafe Bungalow | Harbour View, Pier View | 474 yd | |
| Cole Kitchen | Side House, Saint Georges Terrace | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Derby | Roker Baths Road, Sunderland | 228 yd | |
| These Things Happen | Harbour View, Sunderland | 240 yd | |
| The Wolsey | The Licensee, 40 Millum Terrace | 266 yd | |
| Harbour View Public House | The Harbour View, Harbour View | 280 yd | |
| The Albion | Brandling Street South, Sunderland | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Spice | 56, Bede Street | 186 yd | |
| Italian Job | 54 Bede Street, Sunderland | 226 yd | |
| Black Chilli | 56 Bede Street, Sunderland | 228 yd | |
| Curry Kingdom | 56 Bede Street, Sunderland | 228 yd | |
| Canny Catering Food Co | 68 Roker Avenue | 305 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Sunderland Retail Park | 835 yd | |
| Lidl | Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 850 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roker Park PARK PARADE | tennis courts | 391 yd |
| Redby Primary Academy FULWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Fitness 2000 36-38 36-38 ROKER AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 632 yd |
| Dame Dorothy Primary School DOCK STREET | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Redby Community Centre FULWELL ROAD | 700 yd | |
| Pure Gym (Sunderland) SUNDERLAND RETAIL PARK SUNDERLAND RETAIL PARK NEWCASTLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 821 yd |
| Newcastle Road Baths (Closed) Newcastle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 947 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 | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.6% |
| 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 | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.