Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

HAWTHORN AVENUE, SR3 1DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORN AVENUE, SR3 1DR.

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Population

240

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 33,900 /yr

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Employed

51%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 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.

Violence and sexual offences33
Shoplifting28
Criminal damage and arson11
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order9

school Local Schools

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St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth

Good135 pupils0.3 km
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New Silksworth Academy Infant

Good215 pupils0.4 km
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New Silksworth Academy Junior

Good215 pupils0.4 km
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Venerable Bede Church of England Academy

Good897 pupils0.5 km
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Mill Hill Primary School

Good412 pupils1.3 km
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Mill Hill Nursery School

Good130 pupils1.3 km
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Hill View Infant Academy

Good439 pupils1.3 km
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Plains Farm Academy

Good192 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

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
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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
local_bar

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

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