South Hylton Area & Property Guide

South Hylton is located on the south bank of the River Wear and to west of Sunderland’s city centre, with Offerton village and New Penshaw being nearby and Castletown located on the north side of the river. Thanks to the Metro connection at South Hylton station, it provides good links for commuters and is one of the many reasons why it has become one of the go-to areas for house hunters in Sunderland. Placed along the A19 corridor, South Hylton is ideal for those commuting to the wider North East region, including Durham City and Newcastle Upon Tyne.

With Roker Beach just around 5 miles away from this former industrial village and Herrington Country Park also within easy reach, it ensures residents have an easy get away on the weekends to enjoy the region’s beautiful coastline and countryside. Occupancy in South Hylton actually goes back much further, as it is believed people lived in the area as far back as the Mesolithic era.

Getting into the city centre requires only a 15 minute drive, with Washington Road and the A1231 providing the main access point. To get to South Hylton you have to use Hylton Bank, which runs through the heart of the village to serve as the High Street before ending at the river. You can reach Sunderland in only 10 minutes using the Metro, with Gateshead 36 minutes away and the airport taking just over an hour.

The local property market in South Hylton is a vibrant one, so whether you want to move into your first home, or are upscaling or downsizing, you should be able to find exactly what you are looking for.

Architectural styles vary from Victorian and Edwardian, to bungalows and new-build properties. South Hylton is a quiet suburb set away from the hustle and bustle of Sunderland city centre, so detached and semi-detached homes are usually the type of properties that come onto the market. However, while it may seem more suited to new and established families, flats and apartments are also frequently put up for sale, so young couples or single professionals looking for a quiet place to live also have good options.

Price wise, there is good value to be found in properties located in South Hylton, and with Sunderland train station only 2.5 miles away, Newcastle Central Station station 12 miles and Durham station 12.4 miles, people who need to commute in and around the local area and to Edinburgh and London. Two primary schools are also close to hand, which may suit families looking for a convenient morning and evening drop off/pick up routes.

Properties in South Hylton have sold for an average of £129,000 over the past 12 months, with most people snapping up semi-detached homes that average out around the same price. That said, sale prices can vary quite a bit, with 2-3 bedroom semi-detached houses available for anything from £130,000 to £230,000.

Larger families can pick up a detached house with garden for around £270,000 to £300,000. For couples or single professionals, a 1-bedroom terraced house could be yours for about £110,000 or so. A little further out in areas like Pennywell and Castletown and you can expect to pay similar market prices.

Much of the residential architecture in South Hylton tends to be from the post-war period, although there is increasing discussion surrounding the development of new affordable housing in the area.

The rental market in South Hylton moves quite fast, so if you find a flat you like, you should make your interest known as quickly as possible as it will likely be snapped up quite quickly.

There are very few flats available to rent, with houses usually being the most common type of property to move into. When flats do come onto the market they tend to be converted spaces, such as railway terrace or purpose built modern apartments, such as Ford Lodge. although the occasional modern property does crop up.

In terms of cost, a detached house with 4 bedrooms can cost anywhere up to £1,200 pcm. A 2 bedroom flat Ideal for professionals, comes in at around £550 pcm and a 3 bedroom ex local authority semi at around £700 pcm.

South Hylton’s close proximity to Sunderland means there is always plenty to do locally. A little further west to the village is WWT Washington Wetland Centre, which only takes 10 minutes by car. It makes for a great family day out, and has 104 acres to explore and lots of animals and woodlands to enjoy.

Roker Beach is only 15 minutes’ drive away, filled with sandy beaches and wonderful coastline views. Barnes Park and Herrington Country Park are close to hand and a little further south you can test your skiing and snowboarding skills at the Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slope that has two beginner slopes and a 160m main slope. You can also head into Sunderland city centre to enjoy a wide range of attractions that are suitable for all ages.

South Hylton is well placed in Sunderland to keep locals connected with nearby shops and other amenities, especially with the city centre so close by. Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda are all a short drive away, and the Bridges Centre in the city centre has over 100 retail stores including the likes of H&M and River Island.

There are some great schools nearby too, including St Cuthbert's and St John Bosco primary schools and St Anthony's Girls' secondary, all of which were rated as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted during their last inspection.

Sunderland city centre is the place to go for a bite to eat and drink, as it has a healthy mix of traditional pubs and modern bars and eateries. Venture onto the coast and there are miles of beautiful sandy beaches to explore and in and around the city there is lots of greenery and parks, with Mowbray, Backhouse and Roker Park being some of the highlights.