SR3 1DL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Cranbrook, 0.6km from Humbledon in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within St Michael's ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 8.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SR3 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00044601 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRANBROOK, SR3 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRANBROOK, SR3 1DL.
281
50
£ 46,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SR3 1DL — age 50, 84% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £120k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 8.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR3 1DL. The average age is 49.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Flat
£ 103,250
6 sales · Mean £ 105,916
Terraced
£ 118,750
2 sales · Mean £ 118,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR3 1DL has low crime rates — 17 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.
school Local Schools
Plains Farm Academy
Richard Avenue Primary School
Barbara Priestman Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
Barnes Junior School
Barnes Infant Academy
St Aidan's Catholic Academy
Consilium Evolve
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Dream Candy1.0 km
- Spar0.9 km
- The Range0.7 km
- Co-op0.8 km
- Leema Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Crazy Chops Bistro0.9 km
- Dee Dee's Family Cafe (Inside The Range)0.7 km
- Fausto Atletico0.9 km
- CoffeeStop@thecoachhouse0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Rosedene0.9 km
- Humbledon & Plains Farm WMC0.5 km
- Toby Carvery Barnes Park0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Downey's0.3 km
- Subway0.6 km
- Delhi Emperor0.3 km
- Pizza Coop0.3 km
- The Fountain Garden0.9 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland2.2 km
- St Peters2.6 km
- Stadium of Light3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Silksworth Lane-Crosslea Avenue0.0 km
- Silksworth Lane-Crosslea Avenue0.0 km
- Silksworth Lane0.2 km
- Silksworth Lane0.3 km
- Queen Alexandra Rd - Hipsbourn Dr0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SR31DL · Data under Open Government Licence