Hylton Castle, Redhouse & Town End Farm Area & Property Guide

Hylton Castle, Redhouse and Town End Farm are three neighbourhoods found just to the north of the River Wear. For house hunters who are searching for good quality homes at an affordable price, these three locations offer a wealth of options. And with the likes of Sunderland city centre, Gateshead and South Shields all easily within reach, these locations are ideal for commuters.

Hylton Castle takes its name from the nearby historic stone castle located to the north. While its exact age is unknown, it is believed to date back as far as the 14th century, the castle was restored in 2019 now serving a café and rooftop viewing platform. Seaburn and Roker beaches are both a short distance away.

Travel links from all three areas is also pretty straightforward. Sunderland City Centre is just across the water from Hylton Castle, Redhouse & Town End Farm.. Newcastle is only 30 minutes away and Middlesbrough 40 minutes. From Hylton Red House, bus numbers 35 and 56 head into town, or if travelling by car, Washington Road to the city centre takes only 10 minutes.

New developments have started to spring up in recent years, with the likes of Castletown Way and Wellington Park providing high quality 2, 3 and 4 bedroom housing at affordable prices. Terraced and semi-detached houses account for most of the properties in Hylton Castle, Redhouse and Town End Farm, providing spacious living quarters in friendly local communities.

In the main, properties here were built after WWII and offer good potential for adding extensions and renovations. Sunderland was also rated as one of the safest places to live in the UK in 2018, which is great news for families looking to settle for the long-term.

Whether you are a family concerned about having access to local schools and commuting routes, or younger professionals that want to explore the best of Sunderland’s nightlife, there are strong transport links situated close by to properties in this area that can easily be accessed.

As is the case with all nearby areas in Sunderland, you’ll find an abundance of semi-detached houses on the market, with good prices on average. For example, in these three areas, expect to pay anywhere between £80,000 and £180,000 for a 2-3 bedroom house, complete with rear garden.

If you are hoping to rent in any of the three neighbourhoods, you’ll have a choice between settling into a flat or house, depending on the budget you have available.

Anyone looking for something a little more spacious will find that semi-detached houses are usually available on the market. All come with gardens and some with driveways, which adds to the price, but you can expect to pay around £500-£700 pcm for a 2-bedroom property in either Hylton Castle, Redhouse or Town End Farm.

Taking its name from the local castle means that Hylton Castle stands out as the go-to place in the local area. However, there is still plenty going on in and around the three neighbourhoods for both adults and children.

If you have an interest in military and aviation history, the North East Land, Sea and Air Museums are worth a visit. Here you can see a variety of impressive aircraft and machinery all on display for close inspection. WWT Washington is a short drive away and has over 100 acres of beautiful natural scenery, with otters, geese, ducks and flamingos scattered across the wetlands.

Wearside Golf Club is another great get away close by to the city, offering 18 holes for golf fanatics who want to improve their handicap. And, of course, Sunderland AFC football club’s Stadium of Light can be reached in 10 minutes by train, which can hold up to 49,000 fans at capacity.

Lidl and Sainsbury’s serve the food shopping needs of people living in Hylton Castle, Redhouse and Town End Farm, with the two retailers based just off Washington Way. For a bite to eat at a nearby restaurant, the city centre has the best variety to choose from, with Aperitif and Spice Empire always popular options. Poetic License is the place to go for ales and craft beer, and Last Orders and Ivy House offer more traditional pub settings.

There are a good number of schools situated in the immediate area, which makes life easier for parents. This includes the likes of Trinity Academy, Brexhill Academy, Red House Academy and Red House Academy and St. John Bosco, which is rated as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted.