Area Guide – Sunderland (SR)

Living in Sunderland (SR)

Crime levels in Sunderland (SR) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, strong local rail connectivity, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Sunderland (SR)

Is Sunderland (SR) a good place to live?

Sunderland (SR) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and strong rail connectivity.

Are there good schools in Sunderland (SR)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 10 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Sunderland (SR)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (96 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 10 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
Cork Street Nursery Centre	Nursery	Not rated	0.4 mi
Hudson Road Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
St Anthony's Catholic Girls' School	Secondary	Not rated	0.5 mi
St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy	Secondary	Good	0.5 mi
St John and St Patrick's Church Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Dame Dorothy Primary School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Thornhill Academy	Secondary	Good	0.7 mi
Thornhill School Business & Enterprise College	Secondary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Grange Park Primary School	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
St Columba's Nursery School	Nursery	Not rated	0.9 mi
Valley Road Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Monkwearmouth College	16 plus	Not rated	1.0 mi
Valley Road Infant School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Valley Road Academy	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Valley Road Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
St Aidan's Catholic School	Secondary	Not rated	1.0 mi
St Aidan's Catholic Academy	Secondary	Not rated	1.0 mi
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sunderland	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Diamond Hall Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Diamond Hall Junior Academy	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Redby Academy	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Redby Infants' School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Redby Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Redby Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Millfield Community Nursery School	Nursery	Not rated	1.1 mi
Diamond Hall Infant School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Diamond Hall Infant Academy	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi

directions_railway Transport Strong rail connectivity with 11 stations within 2 miles

Station	Distance
Sunderland (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	0.1 mi
Sunderland Rail Station	0.1 mi
St Peter's (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	0.3 mi
St Peters Rail Station	0.3 mi
Park Lane (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	0.3 mi
University (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	0.4 mi
Millfield (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	0.7 mi
Stadium Of Light (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	0.8 mi
Pallion (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	1.4 mi
Seaburn (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)	1.6 mi
Seaburn Rail Station	1.6 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 6.1 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 46 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
THE NEW CITY MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
PARK LANE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
SUNDERLAND EAST PCN HUB	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
RIVERVIEW SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
ASHBURN MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
CGL SUNDERLAND SMS	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
SUNDERLAND ENHANCED ACCESS SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
MONKWEARMOUTH HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
MILLFIELD MEDICAL GROUP - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
MILLFIELD MEDICAL GROUP - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
MILLFIELD MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
MILLFIELD MEDICAL GROUP - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 3	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
ST BEDE MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
DEERNESS PARK MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
DEERNESS PARK - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 3	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
DEERNESS PARK - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
DEERNESS PARK - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
VILLETTE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
INSULIN HUB - EAST LOCALITY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
CHESTER SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
SUNDERLAND COMMUNITY PAEDIATRICS TEAM	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
HOMELESS INCLUSION	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
SUNDERLAND INTEGRATED MSK SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
SUNDERLAND PODIATRY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
SUNDERLAND URGENT TREATMENT CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
COMMUNITY STROKE REHABILITATION TEAM	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
BRIDGE VIEW MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
INSULIN HUB - NORTH LOCALITY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
BRIDGE VIEW MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
FORGE MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
WEARSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE - PALLION	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
PALLION FAMILY PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
HYLTON MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
PALLION PRIMARY CARE SERVICES	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
COMMUNITY DENTAL SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
FULWELL MEDICAL CENTRE,	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
RECOVERY AT HOME - LEECHMERE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
BROADWAY MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
DR HALLIKERI	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
DR BHATE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
SUNDERLAND WEST 2 PCN ENHANCED ACCESS	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
SPRINGWELL MEDICAL GROUP - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
THE BROADWAY MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
BROADWAY MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
SPRINGWELL MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
NDUC GP OUT OF HOURS SERVICE (OOH)	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
SUNDERLAND ROYAL HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	1.1 mi
SOUTH TYNESIDE DISTRICT HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	4.8 mi