These are the 13 areas in and around Sunderland with the highest number of Covid-19 cases per 100,000 people recorded in the seven-days leading up to Tuesday, October 13, according to official data. 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. 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. Newbottle and Penshaw
62 new cases. The case rate is 814.2 per 100,000 people. Photo: Stu Norton
2. Hetton North
40 new cases. The seven-day case rate is 552.9 per 100,000 people. Photo: Google
4. Houghton West
35 new cases. The case rate is 452.7 per 100,000 people Photo: Stu Norton