Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

HEALEY DRIVE, SR3 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEALEY DRIVE, SR3 1AJ.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 46,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SR3 1AJ spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SR3 1AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Healey Drive, 1.0km from Hillview in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Silksworth ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.

For families considering a move, SR3 1AJ represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SR3 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00044584 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR3 1AJ. The average age is 53.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 171,250

2 sales · Mean £ 171,250

Terraced

£ 156,850

3 sales · Mean £ 158,200

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SR3 1AJ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour13
Violence and sexual offences13
Vehicle crime8
Other theft5
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Plains Farm Academy

Good192 pupils0.8 km
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St Aidan's Catholic Academy

Good852 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland

Good465 pupils0.9 km
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Barbara Priestman Academy

Good174 pupils0.9 km
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Hill View Infant Academy

Good439 pupils0.9 km
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Richard Avenue Primary School

Good412 pupils1.0 km
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Hill View Junior Academy

Good458 pupils1.0 km
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Consilium Evolve

Good0 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Chinese Kitchen1.0 km
  • Grill N Chill1.0 km
  • Delhi Emperor0.8 km
  • Pizza Coop0.8 km
  • Barnes Delhi Indian Limited0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Leema Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Dhillons Premier Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Esso Service Station - The Barnes0.8 km
  • Premier - Wilsons Convenience Store0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Ashbrooke Sports Club0.8 km
  • Rosedene0.7 km
  • Hollymere0.4 km
  • Humbledon & Plains Farm WMC0.8 km
  • Toby Carvery Barnes Park0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Mamma Italia0.9 km
  • Fausto Atletico0.9 km
  • Dee Dee's Family Cafe (Inside The Range)0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sunderland2.3 km
  • St Peters2.8 km
  • Stadium of Light3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Essen Way-Langley Road0.2 km
  • Essen Way-Langley Road0.2 km
  • Leechmere Road Essen Way0.2 km
  • Tunstall Road-Ringmore Court0.2 km
  • Leechmere Road Essen Way0.3 km