SR3 1DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hawthorn Avenue, 0.2km from Tunstall in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Doxford ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.
For families considering a move, SR3 1DR represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £129k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR3 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00044705 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORN AVENUE, SR3 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORN AVENUE, SR3 1DR.
240
49
£ 33,900 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SR3 1DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR3 1DR. The average age is 48.6. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 129,950
5 sales · Mean £ 113,880
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR3 1DR has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth
New Silksworth Academy Infant
New Silksworth Academy Junior
Venerable Bede Church of England Academy
Mill Hill Primary School
Mill Hill Nursery School
Hill View Infant Academy
Plains Farm Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Aunt Maud's Tasty Dinners0.5 km
- Green Bamboo0.3 km
- Shan Tandoori0.3 km
- The Hut0.7 km
- Devitos0.5 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Edward Chaston0.7 km
- Varkeys Shopping0.9 km
- Edward Chaston Limited0.5 km
- Kens Convenient Store (Londis)0.6 km
- Millers Bakers0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Donkins0.4 km
- New Silksworth R B Legion0.6 km
- Silksworth W M C0.6 km
- St Leonards Catholic Club0.4 km
- The Golden Fleece0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Castle Bar/Signatures Italian Restaurant0.6 km
- Relish The Thought0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland3.5 km
- St Peters3.9 km
- Stadium of Light4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Tunstall Village Road0.3 km
- Tunstall Village Road0.3 km
- Tunstall Village Green0.3 km
- Tunstall Village Green0.3 km
- St Leonard's Rc Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SR31DR · Data under Open Government Licence