Friarage Avenue is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR6 9HR 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 Friarage Avenue, Sunderland, SR6 9HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 9HS, SR6 9HP, SR6 9EY, SR6 9JP, SR6 9EU, SR6 9BD, SR6 9BE, SR6 9AZ, SR6 9HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR6 9HR 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 | 50.7% | 50.2% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.8% | 0.5% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SR6 9HR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.7% 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 | 20.3% | 22.9% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71% | 64.7% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 20.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 5.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 47.8% | 41.9% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 38.2% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 13.7% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 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 | 16.5% | 12.8% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 12.3% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 11% | -9.8% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 10% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.3% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 28.3% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 3% | 7.3% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 4.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.9% | 97.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.9% | 37.2% | -11.3% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Friarage Avenue was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.8% lower than the Fulwell average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Friarage Avenue has the 19th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Fulwell and the 122nd lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Friarage Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £256,800 | 2024-09-12 | £270,410 |
| 8 Friarage Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2012-04-04 | £239,925 |
| 1 Friarage Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2009-07-24 | £208,103 |
| 8 Friarage Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,300 | 2009-05-29 | £209,355 |
| 7 Friarage Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,560 | 2004-10-11 | £203,962 |
SR6 9HR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 9HR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,465 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fulwell Road , SR6 9QU | 3out of 4 | 484 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwell Junior School Sea Road , Fulwell SR6 9EE | 4out of 4 | 586 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulwell Infant School Academy Ebdon Lane , Fulwell SR6 8ED | 4out of 4 | 586 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redby Academy Fulwell Road , SR6 9QP | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaburn Dene Primary School Torver Crescent , Seaburn Dene SR6 8LG | 3out of 4 | 1,050 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 | 1,191 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 2,819 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Church of England Academy Whitburn , SR6 7EF | 4out of 4 | 3,279 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,350 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 3,743 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 | 4,700 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 | 5,450 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 | 1,477 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 | 2,866 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 3,572 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 3,796 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 3,909 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clacey's Coffee House | 12 Sea Road, Sunderland | 313 yd | |
| Rosemary's Cafe | 89, Sea Road | 331 yd | |
| The Play Cafe | Unit 1, 9 Station Road | 406 yd | |
| The Mad Hatter | 113, Sea Road | 441 yd | |
| Thompsom Park Cafe & Eatery | 179, Newcastle Road | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebell / 88th Street / Value Mighty / Sin City Burger | 231, Fulwell Road | 301 yd | |
| Mill View Social Club | Millview Social Club, Station Road | 349 yd | |
| The Cliff | Mere Knolls Road, Sunderland | 466 yd | |
| The Royal Marine | Sea Road, Sunderland | 475 yd | |
| Grange Hotel | The Grange Hotel 227, 225 | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Express | 9 Sea Road, Sunderland | 285 yd | |
| East Garden | 31 Sea Road, Sunderland | 292 yd | |
| Nana Franca | 24 Sea Road, Sunderland | 317 yd | |
| Liking Chinese Take Away | 46, Sea Road | 330 yd | |
| Sea Road Fisheries | 52 Sea Road, Sunderland | 352 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Club Zest Ladies Leisure (Sunderland) MARINE HOUSE MARINE HOUSE THORBURN STREET | health and fitness suite | 391 yd |
| Marine House Gym 80 9-10 9-10 STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 402 yd |
| Redby Community Centre FULWELL ROAD | 471 yd | |
| Redby Primary Academy FULWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Fulwell Infant School EBDON LANE | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Carley Hill Arena (Closed) Newcastle Road | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Roker Park PARK PARADE | tennis courts | 844 yd |
| Newcastle Road Baths (Closed) Newcastle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 892 yd |
| Grand Hotel Sunderland (Sunderland Gym & Spa) QUEENS PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,071 yd |
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare Ground And Social Club THOMPSON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,076 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 | 51 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.