Martindale Avenue is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR6 8NT 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 8NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 8NX, SR6 8NU, SR6 8LP, SR6 8NP, SR6 8NS, SR6 8PA, SR6 8LN, SR6 8LL, SR6 8NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR6 8NT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.9% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.1% | -1.8% | 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 8NT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 19% | 29.5% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.6% | 55.6% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 6.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 8.3% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 42.9% | 49.8% | 6.9% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 32.3% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 12.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 19.4% | 14.1% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 10.8% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.1% | 6.2% | -2.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 19.9% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 34% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99.3% | 98.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 99.3% | 98.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Martindale Avenue was 56.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.1% lower than the Fulwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Martindale Avenue has the 34th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Fulwell and the 339th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £174,950 | 2020-05-15 | £224,289 |
| 2 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2018-12-07 | £223,959 |
| 9 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2016-06-03 | £222,519 |
| 5 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £174,950 | 2015-03-31 | £241,863 |
| 23 Martindale Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2011-07-01 | £208,200 |
SR6 8NT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8NT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 3,203 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,479 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 5,195 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 | 349 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwell Junior School Sea Road , Fulwell SR6 9EE | 4out of 4 | 904 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwell Infant School Academy Ebdon Lane , Fulwell SR6 8ED | 4out of 4 | 904 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redby Academy Fulwell Road , SR6 9QP | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 435 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Church of England Academy Whitburn , SR6 7EF | 4out of 4 | 2,863 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,996 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 4,386 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 | 5,206 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 | 2,076 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 | 3,497 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 3,524 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 4,229 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 4,433 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 | 319 yd | |
| Miller \& Carter Steakhouse | Newcastle Road | 466 yd | |
| The Play Cafe | Unit 1, 9 Station Road | 479 yd | |
| Clacey's Coffee House | 12 Sea Road, Sunderland | 567 yd | |
| Fulwell Mill & Tearooms | Fulwell Mill Visitor Centre, Newcastle Road | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill View Social Club | Millview Social Club, Station Road | 556 yd | |
| Bluebell / 88th Street / Value Mighty / Sin City Burger | 231, Fulwell Road | 566 yd | |
| The Royal Marine | Sea Road, Sunderland | 804 yd | |
| Grange Hotel | The Grange Hotel 227, 225 | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaburn Dene | 43 Dovedale Road, Sunderland | 91 yd | |
| Carmichael's | 55 Dovedale Road, Sunderland | 133 yd | |
| Alishaan By The Sea | 11 Station Road, Fulwell | 500 yd | |
| Charcoal Express | 9 Sea Road, Sunderland | 588 yd | |
| Nana Franca | 24 Sea Road, Sunderland | 590 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seaburn Dene Primary School TORVER CRESCENT | grass pitches | 310 yd |
| Fulwell Infant School EBDON LANE | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Sports Centre TORVER CRESCENT | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 431 yd |
| Seaburn Dene New Church (Closed) Shields Road | 468 yd | |
| Marine House Gym 80 9-10 9-10 STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 483 yd |
| Carley Hill Arena (Closed) Newcastle Road | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Fulwell Quarry NEWCASTLE ROAD | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Club Zest Ladies Leisure (Sunderland) MARINE HOUSE MARINE HOUSE THORBURN STREET | health and fitness suite | 657 yd |
| Rolls Royce BROOMSHIELDS CLOSE | grass pitches | 849 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% |
| Median download speed | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.