| Council | Sunderland |
| Crime Rate | High for a North East suburb 93% above the national average. |
| Vibe | 🍟 Takeaways & Chip Shops |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
The average house price in Southwick is £120,167, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Southwick house price trends over the last 30 years.
£120,167
£242,500
£62,500
£148,784
£102,730
Is Southwick a nice place to live?
Southwick is a challenged place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Southwick?
Southwick has a high crime rate for a North East suburb, with around 144 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 93% above the national average, and 92% above the Tyne and Wear average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.
What are the best schools in Southwick?
Southwick has 31 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Fulwell Infant School Academy and Fulwell Junior School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Red House Academy and Northern Saints Church of England Academy.
What are the demographics of Southwick?
The majority of residents in Southwick identify as White (British) (95%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (96%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.