Living in SR5: Liveability Score 60/100
Sunderland, North East
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in SR5, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.
SR5 scores 60 but individual postcodes tell the full story
See the exact score for any postcode, side by side with SR5.
Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is significantly above the national average. 5,347 offences recorded across 27 local areas in the past year.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
7 Outstanding, 46 Good out of 54 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 3 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
96% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 3/10, above-average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,197/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 213 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
SR5 covers 1,049 active postcodes in Sunderland, North East.
Frequently asked questions
Is SR5 a safe area to live?
SR5 scores 22/100 for safety. Crime is significantly above the national average. 5,347 offences recorded across 27 local areas in the past year.
What are the schools like in SR5?
Schools in SR5 score 70/100. 7 Outstanding, 46 Good out of 54 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in SR5?
Broadband in SR5 scores 88/100. 96% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does SR5 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include SR4, NE36, SR6. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for SR5?
SR5 scores 60/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
Towns & cities in SR5
Check your exact postcode
Get a personalised score for any UK postcode, tailored to what matters most to you.
Score my postcode