Hillside Drive is in Sunderland and in South Tyneside district. SR6 7LF is located in the Whitburn and Marsden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside Drive, Sunderland, SR6 7LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 7LJ, SR6 7LQ, SR6 7LB, SR6 7LG, SR6 7BJ, SR6 7LA, SR6 7LE, SR6 7BH, SR6 7LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR6 7LF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.2% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.8% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 31.8% | 38.6% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 48.2% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 7.5% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.1% | 62.6% | 7.5% | 48.4% | 14.2% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 25.6% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 8.4% | -6.3% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around SR6 7LF this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 9.7% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 7.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 17.2% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.5% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 39.2% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99% | 97.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.1% | 98.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.3% | 76.7% | 15.6% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Drive was 29.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.2% lower than the Cleadon Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hillside Drive has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Cleadon Park and the 101st lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Hillside Drive, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-10-28 | £229,161 |
| 15 Hillside Drive, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-06-16 | £104,593 |
| 21 Hillside Drive, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2025-02-26 | £205,074 |
| 50 Hillside Drive, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-01-31 | £258,516 |
| 11 Hillside Drive, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-07-25 | £195,567 |
SR6 7LF 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 student residents living in SR6 7LF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 3,268 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Downhill Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 3,984 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's Nursery School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | - not rated | 4,091 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 4,105 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,210 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitburn County Infants' School Lizard Lane , Whitburn SR6 7AH | - not rated | 284 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Village Primary School Cleadon Lane , Whitburn SR6 7NS | - not rated | 286 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Village Primary School Cleadon Lane , Whitburn SR6 7NS | 3out of 4 | 286 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn County Junior Mixed School Cleadon Lane , Whitburn SR6 7NS | - not rated | 286 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Primary School Mill Lane , Whitburn SR6 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitburn Church of England Academy Whitburn , SR6 7EF | 3out of 4 | 549 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Church of England School , Whitburn SR6 7EF | - not rated | 549 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn School Nicholas Avenue , Whitburn SR6 7EX | - not rated | 829 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth School Torver Crescent , Seaburn Dene SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , Seaburn Dene SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkwearmouth College Swan Street , SR5 1EB | - not rated | 4,114 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 5,296 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakleigh Gardens School Oakleigh Gardens , Cleadon SR6 7PT | - not rated | 2,027 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craigievar School 37 Roker Park Road , SR6 9PL | - not rated | 3,257 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | 4out of 4 | 3,291 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | - not rated | 4,466 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon of Light School Vaux Brewery Way , Stadium Park SR5 1SN | 3out of 4 | 4,519 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 Village Cafe | 3 Front Street, Whitburn | 550 yd | |
| eaststreet 19 | 19 East Street, Whitburn | 583 yd | |
| Barnes Institute | 13-15 East Street, Whitburn | 583 yd | |
| Tutti Frutti | 8 East Street, Whitburn | 628 yd | |
| Mamma Mia Whitburn | 1 East Street, Whitburn | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitburn And Marsden Social Club And Institute | Whitburn and Marsden Social Club Whitburn And, Front Street | 448 yd | |
| Blues Micro Pub | 1 Percy Terrace, Whitburn | 587 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | East Street, Whitburn | 691 yd | |
| Whitburn Cricket Club | East Street, Whitburn | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madasafish | M & Ms Fisheries, 13 North Guards | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | North Guards, Whitburn | 557 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitburn Village Primary School Cleadon Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 283 yd |
| Whitburn C Of E Academy Grass Pitches CLEADON LANE | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Whitburn Cricket Club EAST STREET | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Cornthwaite Park WOODLANDS GROVE | tennis courts | 765 yd |
| Whitburn C Of E School & Community Association (Closed) Nicholas Avenue | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 846 yd |
| Whitburn C Of E Academy RACKLY WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 988 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.07 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.07 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.