Sunderland

Independent 1. Wearside city (created 1992), with inhabitants known as 'Mackems' deriving from the shipbuilding industry. Also includes Houghton-le-Spring and Washington new town.

Next local elections
2026

Election cycle
Thirds

Local authority type
Metrop

Address
Burdon Road, Sunderland SR2 7DN

Phone
0191 553 1000

Website
http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/

Council Tax (Band D)
£1996.6