For the first time since before September 10, Sunderland’s overall Covid rate has dropped below 100 per 100,000 people.
Latest figures published by the Government show the rate is 84.3 positive cases per 100,000 for the week to March 5 – a total of 243 positive cases across Wearside over the same period.
The case rate takes into account the number of people living in each area compared to the number of people who have tested positive for the virus and are measured by 100,000 people.
The figures are based on tests carried out in laboratories (pillar one of the Government’s testing programme) and in the wider community (pillar two). Pictures are for illustrative purposes only.
1. Grangetown
There were fewer than 3 cases in this area. For smaller areas with fewer than 3 cases, the Government does not show data to protect individuals' identities. Photo: Stu Norton
2. Hylton Red House and Marley Potts
There were fewer than 3 cases in this area. For smaller areas with fewer than 3 cases, the Government does not show data to protect individuals' identities. Photo: Google
3. Washington Town Centre and Biddick
There were fewer than 3 cases in this area. For smaller areas with fewer than 3 cases, the Government does not show data to protect individuals' identities. Photo: Stu Norton
4. Hendon and Docks
There were three Covid cases recorded in this area in the seven days up to March 5 - a case rate of 36.7 per 100,000 people. Photo: Stu Norton