SR3 1AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dipton Gardens, 0.9km from Hillview 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 53 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR3 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00044584 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DIPTON GARDENS, SR3 1AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DIPTON GARDENS, SR3 1AN.
291
53
£ 46,900 /yr
42%
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 1AN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £168k 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 1AN. 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
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
Terraced
£ 149,975
4 sales · Mean £ 147,362
Semi-Detached
£ 163,312
4 sales · Mean £ 165,531
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR3 1AN has low crime rates — 10 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
St Aidan's Catholic Academy
Hill View Infant Academy
Plains Farm Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
Barbara Priestman Academy
Hill View Junior Academy
Richard Avenue Primary School
Thornhill Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chinese Kitchen0.9 km
- Grill N Chill0.9 km
- Delhi Emperor0.8 km
- Pizza Coop0.8 km
- Downey's0.8 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- The Range0.9 km
- Esso Service Station - The Barnes0.9 km
- Co-op0.7 km
- Leema Pharmacy0.7 km
- Dhillons Premier Convenience Store0.5 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Dee Dee's Family Cafe (Inside The Range)0.9 km
- Mamma Italia0.8 km
- Fausto Atletico1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Humbledon & Plains Farm WMC0.9 km
- Ashbrooke Sports Club0.7 km
- Rosedene0.6 km
- Hollymere0.4 km
- Toby Carvery Barnes Park0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland2.3 km
- St Peters2.8 km
- Stadium of Light3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Leechmere Road Essen Way0.1 km
- Leechmere Road Essen Way0.2 km
- Tunstall Road-Ringmore Court0.2 km
- Tunstall Road-Ringmore Court0.2 km
- Essen Way-Langley Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR31AN · Data under Open Government Licence