Old Sunderland Conservation Area

Old Sunderland is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 9.8 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1969, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area includes 10 listed buildings recognised for their heritage value.

At 9.8 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Church of Holy TrinitySR1 2BJ
• Grade II Caretaker's Cottage to Church of Holy Trinity and Attached WallSR1 2BJ
• Grade II Forecourt Wall and Gate Piers to Church of Holy TrinitySR1 2BJ
• Grade II Forecourt Wall, Piers and Railings to North of Trafalgar Square AlmshousesSR1 2BP
• Grade II Forecourt Walls Gate and Railings to Caretaker's Cottage Church of Holy TrinitySR1 2BJ
• Grade II Gates, Piers and Railings to Former Sunderland OrphangeSR1 2JH
• Grade II Lampholder in Centre of Trafalgar SquareSR1 2BW
• Grade II Sunderland East Community Centre, Former Sunderland OrphanageSR1 2JH
• Grade II Trafalgar Square Merchant Seamen's AlmshousesSR1 2BW
• Grade II Wall to North of Church of Holy Trinity ChurchyardSR1 2BJ

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Old Sunderland Riverside0.5 km
• Sunniside0.8 km
• Bishopwearmouth1.4 km
• Ashbrooke, Sunderland1.6 km
• The Cedars1.8 km
• Roker Park, Sunderland1.9 km
• Whitburn Bents4 km
• Ryhope Village4.3 km

About Old Sunderland Conservation Area

Is my property in Old Sunderland Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Old Sunderland Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Old Sunderland?

Properties in Old Sunderland Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees