Martindale Avenue is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR6 8NS is located in the Fulwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, SR6 8NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 8PA, SR6 8NU, SR6 8NE, SR6 8NT, SR6 8NX, SR6 8NF, SR6 8PB, SR6 8LP, SR6 8NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR6 8NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.1% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.9% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SR6 8NS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.9% | 25.7% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 57% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 7.8% | -1.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47% | 50.2% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 34.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.6% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 14% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.9% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 11.4% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 8.3% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 21.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 31% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| White | 100% | 97% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 99.6% | 97.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 97.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Martindale Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Fulwell average.
Martindale Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Fulwell and the 7th lowest crime rate of 951 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 87.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-10-20 | £174,304 |
| 22 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2013-09-09 | £221,459 |
| 22 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £62,950 | 1998-04-03 | £225,464 |
SR6 8NS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,118 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,396 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 5,107 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaburn Dene Primary School Torver Crescent , Seaburn Dene SR6 8LG | 3out of 4 | 409 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwell Junior School Sea Road , Fulwell SR6 9EE | 4out of 4 | 994 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwell Infant School Academy Ebdon Lane , Fulwell SR6 8ED | 4out of 4 | 994 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwick Community Primary School Shakespeare Street , Southwick SR5 2JX | 3out of 4 | 1,443 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 470 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Church of England Academy Whitburn , SR6 7EF | 4out of 4 | 2,917 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,991 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 4,381 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 | 5,181 yd | Further education | 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 | 2,074 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 3,432 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sunderland 4th Floor, Edinburgh Building , City Campus, Chester Road SR1 3SD | - not rated | 3,491 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 4,225 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 4,426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellini | Dovedale Road, Sunderland | 266 yd | |
| Miller \& Carter Steakhouse | Newcastle Road | 372 yd | |
| The Play Cafe | Unit 1, 9 Station Road | 523 yd | |
| Fulwell Mill & Tearooms | Fulwell Mill Visitor Centre, Newcastle Road | 594 yd | |
| Clacey's Coffee House | 12 Sea Road, Sunderland | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill View Social Club | Millview Social Club, Station Road | 596 yd | |
| Bluebell / 88th Street / Value Mighty / Sin City Burger | 231, Fulwell Road | 623 yd | |
| Grange Hotel | The Grange Hotel 227, 225 | 807 yd | |
| The Royal Marine | Sea Road, Sunderland | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmichael's | 55 Dovedale Road, Sunderland | 140 yd | |
| Seaburn Dene | 43 Dovedale Road, Sunderland | 141 yd | |
| Alishaan By The Sea | 11 Station Road, Fulwell | 552 yd | |
| Charcoal Express | 9 Sea Road, Sunderland | 651 yd | |
| Nana Franca | 24 Sea Road, Sunderland | 661 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seaburn Dene Primary School TORVER CRESCENT | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Seaburn Dene New Church (Closed) Shields Road | 386 yd | |
| Fulwell Infant School EBDON LANE | grass pitches | 427 yd |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Sports Centre TORVER CRESCENT | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 444 yd |
| Carley Hill Arena (Closed) Newcastle Road | grass pitches | 499 yd |
| Fulwell Quarry NEWCASTLE ROAD | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Marine House Gym 80 9-10 9-10 STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 527 yd |
| Club Zest Ladies Leisure (Sunderland) MARINE HOUSE MARINE HOUSE THORBURN STREET | health and fitness suite | 739 yd |
| Rolls Royce BROOMSHIELDS CLOSE | grass pitches | 787 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.