Area Overview for St. Anne's Ward

Footpath/Cycleway, South Hylton in St. Anne's Ward
Boat graveyard on the Wear in St. Anne's Ward
South Hylton Metro Station in St. Anne's Ward
Footpath and cycleway at South Hylton, near Sunderland in St. Anne's Ward
Cycle and pedestrian path near South Hylton in St. Anne's Ward
Junction of Palmstead Road with Portsmouth Road in St. Anne's Ward
Top of Portsmouth Road, Pennywell in St. Anne's Ward
St Anne's R C Church, Pennywell in St. Anne's Ward
St Anne's Primary School, Pennywell in St. Anne's Ward
Looking east along Hylton Road in St. Anne's Ward
Approaching a junction on Hylton Road in St. Anne's Ward
View from St Anne's Road, Pennywell in St. Anne's Ward
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Area Information

St. Anne's Ward is a small electoral ward located within the City of Sunderland metropolitan borough in the North East England region. This district covers an area of exactly 3.2 km², positioning it as a compact neighbourhood within the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency. You are looking at coordinates near 54.89928448929468, -1.4445408455506057, which places you close to Sunderland in Tyne and Wear. Living in St. Anne's Ward means residing in a defined administrative unit that serves local residents with specific civic representation. The area is bounded by broader regional structures, ensuring accessibility to wider council services while maintaining a distinct local identity. Prospective buyers find a relatively small footprint, meaning services and amenities are likely to be within a short travelling distance. This ward functions as a standard part of the local governance map, providing a clear administrative location for utilities, voting, and public services. You are not looking at a remote outpost but an integrated part of the Sunderland landscape. The compact size suggests a walkable environment for some residents, though you must check specific road networks for daily commutes. Understanding the physical dimensions of this 3.2 km² space helps you visualise daily life here.

Area Type
District Borough Unitary Ward
Area Size
3.2 km²
Population
Not available
Population Density
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Demographics

The community profile of St. Anne's Ward is defined by a significantly older population, with a median age of 70 years. You are looking at a neighbourhood where residents are predominantly in their later life stages. Data indicates that Age: Total represents the most common age range category used in local breakdowns, confirming the senior-heavy nature of the demographic. Home ownership stands at 49%, splitting the pressure between owner-occupiers and those renting. This means nearly half of the households in St. Anne's Ward own their property outright or with a mortgage, while almost half are tenants. Household composition and total accommodation types are recorded as aggregate figures, suggesting a diverse range of living arrangements within this small geographic circle. Diversity metrics for predominant ethnic groups and religion are also recorded as totals, reflecting the full spectrum of the local population. With a median age of 70, daily life here may centre around retirement communities, local clubs, and medical services. The lack of young families suggests schools are primarily local catchment points for incoming residents rather than havens for established demographics. Safety assessments reveal a crime risk score of 49, which places the area at medium risk relative to national averages. Standard security precautions remain a sensible approach to daily life here.

Household Size

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Accommodation Type

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Tenure

49
majority

Ethnic Group

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most common

Religion

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most common

Household Composition

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Age

70
median
Age: Total
most common

Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

17
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

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Frequently Asked Questions

What defines the community feel of St. Anne's Ward?
The demographic profile shows a median age of 70, indicating a predominantly older population. With home ownership at 49%, the community is split evenly between owners and renters. This age skew suggests a quiet, perhaps slower-paced environment centred on retirement life rather than a youthful, family-centric crowd.
Is the transport and internet connectivity good enough for remote work?
Yes, digital connectivity is excellent. The fixed broadband quality score of 94 out of 100 provides the speeds reliability required for video conferencing and large file transfers. Residents do not face technical barriers when working from home in this area.
How safe is it to live in St. Anne's Ward?
Safety is moderate. The crime risk score is 49, which places the area at medium risk with crime rates around the average. You should take standard precautions, but there are no extreme safety warnings. Flood risk is also low with a score of 3.13, ensuring weather-related safety remains high.

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