SR3 1AB is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from High Newport in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Silksworth ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Residents average 48 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 98% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SR3 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00044587 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SR3 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SR3 1AB.
288
48
£ 46,900 /yr
45%
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.
Area Character
SR3 1AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 98% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR3 1AB. The average age is 47.7. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR3 1AB has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Plains Farm Academy
Barbara Priestman Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
Richard Avenue Primary School
Hill View Infant Academy
St Aidan's Catholic Academy
St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth
New Silksworth Academy Junior
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- The Hut0.8 km
- Downey's0.9 km
- Delhi Emperor0.9 km
- Pizza Coop0.9 km
- Barnes Delhi Indian Limited0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Range0.5 km
- Esso Service Station - The Barnes0.9 km
- Dhillons Premier Convenience Store0.8 km
- Kens Convenient Store (Londis)1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Dee Dee's Family Cafe (Inside The Range)0.5 km
- Fausto Atletico0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Rosedene1.0 km
- Donkins1.0 km
- Humbledon & Plains Farm WMC0.6 km
- Hollymere0.7 km
- Toby Carvery Barnes Park0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland2.6 km
- St Peters3.0 km
- Stadium of Light3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Elstob Estate0.2 km
- Silksworth Lane-Nursery Road0.3 km
- Silksworth Lane-Elstob Place0.3 km
- Silksworth Lane-Low Newport Farm0.4 km
- Essen Way-Langley Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SR31AB · Data under Open Government Licence