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Sunderland Central & SR4 Core

Sunderland Central & SR4 Core investment guide. Average gross yield 6.4%, landlord's market rental demand.

6.4%avg gross yield

£125kavg sold price (633 sales, 12mo)

Landlord's marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated April 2026

Average Gross Yield

6.4%

+1.3% vs Sunderland avg (5.1%)

Average Asking Price

£125,000

high confidence (633 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£691

2-bed · 3-bed £862 · 6.8% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£160

City avg £211/sqft · 51 below average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in SR4

1-bed

£542

per month

8.1% yield

2-bed

£691

per month

6.8% yield

3-bed

£862

per month

7.1% yield

Ownership mix

SR4 vs UK average · 22,179 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

High social-rent share: 24% socially rented (7pp higher than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

30.2%(UK 32.9%)

-2.7pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

26.7%(UK 29.7%)

-3.0pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

18.9%(UK 20.3%)

-1.4pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

24.2%(UK 17.1%)

+7.1pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in SR4

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	8.3%	£105,410	£729
Semi-detached →	6.6%	£136,460	£745
Detached →	4.2%	£240,801	£841
Flat →	12.9%	£66,856	£717

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About Sunderland Central & SR4 Core (SR4, Sunderland)

SR4 attracts property investors seeking strong gross yields of 6.4%, significantly above many UK regional averages. The landlord's market conditions indicate healthy rental demand relative to supply, creating favourable conditions for consistent tenant placement and rental growth potential.

The tenant mix spans across single professionals and small families, with rental stock distributed across 1, 2, and 3-bedroom properties commanding £542, £691, and £862 monthly respectively. This diverse range suggests the area appeals to both budget-conscious renters and those seeking additional space, providing investors with flexibility in their lettings strategy.

Investors should note the absence of current asking price data, which may indicate limited market activity or data collection gaps—thorough due diligence on comparable sales and vacant properties is essential. Additionally, monitor local employment trends and city centre regeneration initiatives, as SR4's investment appeal is closely linked to Sunderland's broader economic development.

Sold Price Trend - SR4

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+6.0% over 2 years

Flip Activity - SR4

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+0.0%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

0 mo

Flip rate

0.0%

of all sales

Recent case studies

farnham terrace

Terraced

Bought Jan 25

£123k

Sold Dec 25

£195k

10 mo+49.4%*

Gross 59.2%

ranson street

Semi

Bought Feb 24

£165k

Sold Mar 25

£260k

14 mo+46.7%*

Leasehold - extension not verified

Gross 57.6%

cleveland road

Terraced

Bought Mar 24

£127k

Sold Sept 24

£155k

6 mo+19.6%*

Gross 22.0%

barnard street

Semi

Bought Oct 23

£118k

Sold Aug 24

£161k

10 mo+42.3%*

Gross 36.4%

howarth street

Semi

Bought May 23

£82k

Sold Jul 24

£130k

14 mo+55.6%*

Gross 58.5%

wolseley terrace

Terraced

Bought Sept 23

£86k

Sold Jun 24

£135k

9 mo+66.6%*

Gross 57.0%

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - SR4

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Planning restriction data not yet verified for this area.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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