Topcliff is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR6 0QD is located in the St Peter's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Topcliff, Sunderland, SR6 0QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 0QF, SR6 0QE, SR6 0QB, SR6 0EZ, SR6 0EN, SR6 0RL, SR6 0EU, SR6 0EH, SR6 0RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR6 0QD 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 | 48.4% | 48% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 51.6% | 52% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.8% | 29.6% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 48.4% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 13% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 7.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 49.2% | 43.9% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 35.7% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 14.8% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 12.2% | 15% | 2.8% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 8.6% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 11.8% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.4% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 38.2% | 0.6% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 5.9% | 7.8% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 7.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.1% | 91.8% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 94.9% | 93% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27% | 37.2% | -10.2% |
| Christian | 67.6% | 46.2% | 21.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Topcliff was 103.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.4% lower than the St Peter's average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Topcliff has the 12th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in St Peter's and the 353rd highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Topcliff, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-10-29 | £152,565 |
| 22 Topcliff, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,250 | 2024-02-16 | £130,142 |
| 1 Topcliff, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-08-22 | £133,943 |
| 2 Topcliff, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2023-07-10 | £148,046 |
| 35 Topcliff, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-08-19 | £125,872 |
SR6 0QD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SR6 0QD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 4,159 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dame Dorothy Primary School Dock Street , Monkwearmouth SR6 0EA | 3out of 4 | 218 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redby Academy Fulwell Road , SR6 9QP | 3out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Park Primary School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | 4out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hudson Road Primary School Villiers Street South , SR1 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,562 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,895 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 2,965 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,768 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 | 5,068 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 5,384 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 | 1,229 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 | 1,849 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 2,492 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 2,630 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glass Yard | National Glass Centre, Liberty Way | 246 yd | |
| Bede's Bakehouse | Saint Peters Church, Dame Dorothy Street | 383 yd | |
| Regimental Catering Services | Royal Naval Association Club, Roker Avenue | 457 yd | |
| Deephad Intercontinental Dishes | 45 Lower Dundas Street, Sunderland | 484 yd | |
| Marina Vista | Marine Activities Centre North Dock, Brunel Drive | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | Brandling Street South, Sunderland | 351 yd | |
| The Avenue | 26, Zetland Street | 358 yd | |
| The Wolsey | The Licensee, 40 Millum Terrace | 434 yd | |
| Royal Naval Assoc Club | Royal Naval Association Club, Roker Avenue | 457 yd | |
| These Things Happen | Harbour View, Sunderland | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canny Catering Food Co | 68 Roker Avenue | 385 yd | |
| Pizza Stop | Lugano, 151 Roker Avenue | 393 yd | |
| Amigo | 56 Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 394 yd | |
| Roker Fisheries | 177, Roker Avenue | 444 yd | |
| Roker Tandoori | 170 Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 465 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Roker Avenue, Sunderland | 695 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Sunderland Retail Park | 878 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dame Dorothy Primary School DOCK STREET | grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Fitness 2000 36-38 36-38 ROKER AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 542 yd |
| Pure Gym (Sunderland) SUNDERLAND RETAIL PARK SUNDERLAND RETAIL PARK NEWCASTLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 837 yd |
| Roker Park PARK PARADE | tennis courts | 1,010 yd |
| Sans Street Community Centre UPPER SANS STREET | 1,085 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 | 71.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 71.9% |
| 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 | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.