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Sunderland, United Kingdom
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Sunderland is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 170,134. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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| Population | 170,134 |
| Population Density | 3,940 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.9047°, -1.3822° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.6 inches (981 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $41,585 |
| Median Age | 43.2 years |
About Sunderland
Sunderland is a large city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 170,134. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sunderland vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Sunderland vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,585 |
| 45% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,585 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $800 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.0% |
| 94% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 129 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 1 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.8% |
| Public Transit | 8.1% |
| Work from Home | 23.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,727 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,040 |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 58.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 41.5% |
| Housing Units | 68,054 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sunderland
Sunderland has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.6°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 825 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 208 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 43.2 sq mi (111.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,940/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.9047°N, 1.3822°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in |
Sunderland has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.6% |
| 27% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 41.7% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3,940/sq mi |
| Total Area | 43.2 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Retail Stores | 1 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.8% |
| Public Transit | 8.1% |
| Work from Home | 23.4% |
Colleges & Universities in Sunderland
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catcote Futures | College | — | Visit → |
| Chilton Community College | College | — | — |
| Cleveland College of Art and Design | College | — | — |
| Durham University | University | — | Visit → |
| Hartlepool College of Further Education | College | — | Visit → |
| The Northern School Of Art | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Sunderland
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Thorney Close Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Broadway Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| St Anne's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Academy 360 | — | — | — | — |
| Grindon Infant School | — | — | — | — |
| Argyle House School | — | — | — | — |
| Southwick Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Redby Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Thornhill Park School | — | — | — | — |
| The Link School (Springwell Dene) | — | — | — | — |
| Valley Road Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Beacon of Light | — | — | — | — |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ's College | — | — | — | — |
| The Link School (Pallion) | — | — | — | — |
| Sandhill View Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Ashbrooke School | — | — | — | — |
| Barbara Priestman Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Diamond Hall Infant Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Consilium Evolve | — | — | — | — |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Dame Dorothy Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Barnes Infant Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Barnes Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Richard Avenue Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Diamond Hall Junior Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Grange Park Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hudson Road Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Highfield Academy | — | — | — | — |
| North View Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Southmoor Academy | — | — | — | — |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Thornhill Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Plains Farm Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sunderland
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dance Revolution | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Aycliffe Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NUFC Talk Radio | football, soccer | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio UK | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Spark FM | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| First radio bounce northeast | club dance | AAC | |
| Zetland FM | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CVFM | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Prince Bishops Hospital Radio | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| frisk radio groove northeast | groove | AAC | |
| Amazing Radio | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hartlepool | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stitch | hospital radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth Tyne & Wear | easy listening, newcastle | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kearney FM | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frisk radio bounce northeast | bounce | AAC | |
| Frisk Radio | — | AAC | |
| Pride Radio (US) | iheartradio, pride | AAC 24 kbps | |
| Radio Northumberland | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lionheart Radio | community, community radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sunderland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglo-Saxon Farm and Village | ||||
| Arbeia Roman Fort Museum | ||||
| Bede Museum | ||||
| Bowes Railway | ||||
| Centre for Life | ||||
| Charge! | ||||
| Discovery Museum | ||||
| Durham Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Durham Mining Museum | ||||
| Durham Museum Pop-Up Shop | ||||
| East Durham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre | ||||
| Fans Museum | ||||
| Fulwell Windmill visitor centre | ||||
| Great North Museum: Hancock | ||||
| Heugh Battery Museum | ||||
| Mining Institute | ||||
| Museum of Hartlepool | ||||
| Newcastle Castle | ||||
| North East Land, Sea and Air Museums | ||||
| Old Lowlight Heritage Centre | ||||
| Oriental Museum | ||||
| Ryhope Engines Museum | ||||
| Segedunum | ||||
| Souter Lighthouse | ||||
| South Shields Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Stephenson Railway Museum | ||||
| Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens | ||||
| The Black Gate | ||||
| The Donnison School | ||||
| The Story | ||||
| Tithe Barn | ||||
| Washington F Pit Museum | ||||
| Washington Old Hall | ||||
| Watch House Museum | ||||
| Wheatley Hill Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Sunderland
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archives and Special Collections Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barker Research Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Battle Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Battle Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bedlington Library and Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Bedlington Station Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bill Bryson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birtley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birtley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishop Cosin's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boldon Lane Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bowburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brandon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bunny Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chester-le-Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleadon Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cramlington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cullercoats Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durham Clayport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Easington Colliery Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Easington Lane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Boldon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East End Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East End Library And Customer Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Felling Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Felling Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferryhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Forest Hall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fulwell Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gateshead Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gateshead Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gosforth Library, Learning Centre And Customer Information Zone | 0.0 | |||||
| Hartlepool Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hetton Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| High Heaton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Horden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Houghton-le-Spring Library And Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Howdon Library & Family Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Jarrow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jesmond Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John Wille Sams Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| John Wille Sams Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Kayll Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leam Lane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leam Lane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lit & Phil | 0.0 | |||||
| Low Fell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lowe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monkseaton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Multilingual Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Hall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Shields Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northumbria University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxford Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Palace Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pelaw Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pelton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peterlee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Philip Robinson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seaham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seaton Sluice Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shiremoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St John's College Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| St Peter's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Peter's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Murray Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Old Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Word | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Throston Grange Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Victor Watts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walker Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Washington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Washington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitley Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wideopen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wynyard Road Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sunderland
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd-Hand Central | |||||
| Durham Indoor Market | |||||
| Grainger Market | |||||
| Jackie White's Market | |||||
| Jacky White's Market | |||||
| Jesmond Food Market | |||||
| Jesmond Food Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmers' Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmers' Market | |||||
| Quayside Market | |||||
| Quayside Market | |||||
| Seaham Car Boot Sale | |||||
| South Shields Market |
Hotels in Sunderland
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sunderland
41 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sunderland
44 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sunderland
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Sunderland
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sunderland
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sunderland
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sunderland
8 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sunderland
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sunderland
9 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sunderland
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sunderland
13 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sunderland
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sunderland
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sunderland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anarchy Brewery and Taproom | ||||
| Brinkburn Street Brewery | ||||
| Brinkburn Street Brewery | ||||
| Hill Island Brewery | ||||
| Leamside Brewery | ||||
| Maxim Brewery | ||||
| Mordue Brewery | ||||
| Mordue Brewery | ||||
| S43 Brewery | ||||
| Three Kings Brewery | ||||
| Two By Two Brewing | ||||
| Two By Two Brewing | ||||
| Tyne Bank Brewery | ||||
| Vaux Brewery | ||||
| Wylam Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Sunderland
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sunderland
40 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle International Airport | NCL | Large Airport |
| RAF Leeming | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Topcliffe | — | Medium Airport |
| Teesside International Airport | MME | Medium Airport |
| Athey's Moor Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bywell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Causey Park Airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Charlton Mires Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Currock Hill Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Druridge Bay Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eshott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ewesley Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fishburn Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Greenhills Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| High Flats Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lartington Moor Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Milfield Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Peterlee Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ravensworth Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Selby House Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Staindrop Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Throstle Nest Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wathstones Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wombleton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Woodhouse Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yearby Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yorkshire Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sunderland
12 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Barnes Park Post Office | |
| Chester Road West Post Office | |
| Ford Post Office | |
| Gerrard Road Post Office | |
| Hendon Road Post Office | |
| Newcastle Road Post Office | |
| Pallion Post Office | |
| Southwick Post Office | |
| Sunderland City Post Office | |
| Thorney Close Post Office | |
| Tunstall Vale Post Office | |
| Villette Road Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Sunderland
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Actice Chiropract Centre | ||
| Clarendon | ||
| Geoffrey Rhodes Centre | ||
| Hebburn Health Centre | ||
| Monkton Hall | ||
| NumiScan | ||
| Optimax | ||
| Rose Lodge | ||
| The Cradlewell Clinic | ||
| The Dow clinic | ||
| The Harley Medical Group | ||
| Traditional Chinese Treatment Centre | ||
| Transform Cosmetic Surgery Group |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sunderland
62 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Anglican Mortuary Chapel (derelict) | |
| Bethany City Church | |
| Bethesda Mission | |
| Burn Park Methodist Church | |
| Church of Saint Ignatius | |
| Church of Scientology | |
| Church of The Good Shepherd | |
| City Life Church | |
| City of God | |
| Elim Pentecostal Church | |
| Emmanuel Free Church | |
| Ewesley Road Methodist Church | |
| Gospel Hall | |
| Grindon Church Community Project | |
| Guru Gobind Singh Sikh Temple (Sunderland) | |
| Hebron Church | |
| Hendon Jami Masjid | |
| Holy Trinity Southwick | |
| Hope Church |
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Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sunderland
What is the population of Sunderland?
Sunderland has a population of 170,134 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3,940 people per square mile, spread across 43.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Sunderland expensive to live in?
The median household income is $41,585, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,727 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Sunderland?
Sunderland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sunderland?
The unemployment rate in Sunderland is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $800. There are 129 business establishments in the area, including 34 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Sunderland?
The median home value in Sunderland is $178,727. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 58.5%.
How are the schools in Sunderland?
24.6% of adults in Sunderland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.7% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Sunderland?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sunderland is 2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 3.9% Asian. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 4.8% of the population are military veterans. 8.0% of residents have a disability.