These are the 10 areas in and around Sunderland which have recorded the largest decrease in the percentage of new Covid-19 cases confirmed in the seven-days leading up to Friday, November 13, compared to the week before.
Official figures also show the case rate which 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. Easington & Hawthorn
There has been a 61.3% drop in the number of cases recorded in the seven days to November 13 compared to the week prior. The current case rate is 209.2 per 100,000 people which equals 12 new cases. Photo: Stu Norton
2. Houghton West
There has been a 44% drop in the number of cases recorded in the seven days to November 13 compared to the week prior. The current case rate is 181.1 per 100,000 people which equals 14 new cases. Photo: Stu Norton
3. Albany & Blackfell
There has been a 39% drop in the number of cases recorded in the seven days to November 13 compared to the week prior. The current case rate is 365.4 per 100,000 people which equals 25 new cases. Photo: Stu Norton
4. Town End Farm
There has been a 38.2% drop in the number of cases recorded in the seven days to November 13 compared to the week prior. The current case rate is 253.7 per 100,000 people which equals 21 new cases. Photo: Stu Norton