Silksworth is a suburb of Sunderland in Tyne and Wear, with a history that stretches from the early Middle Ages to the industrial age. The area is divided into the original village of Old Silksworth and the later New Silksworth colliery settlement.
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Silksworth is a suburb of the City of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England. The locality can be distinguished into two parts: Old Silksworth, the original village and township that has existed since the early Middle Ages, and New Silksworth, an industrial age colliery village that expanded north‑west of the original settlement. The former colliery lies to the north‑west of the village near Gilley Law. According to the 2011 census, the population of the ward was 10,931. The area’s history reflects a transition from a medieval township to a coal‑mining community, illustrating the broader industrial heritage of the region. Residents benefit from the close proximity to Sunderland’s city centre while enjoying the character of a distinct local community. The postal district SR 3 situates the suburb within the wider Sunderland area, providing a clear reference for postal and administrative purposes.