Sunderland
Muslim marriage in Sunderland
Sunderland in numbers
Sunderland had 4,846 Muslim residents at the 2021 Census, 1.8% of everyone living there. That is below the England and Wales average of 6.5%.
4,846
Muslim residents
1.8%
of Sunderland
274,173
residents in total
2
mosques listed below
Source: ONS Census 2021 (tables TS030 religion, TS021 ethnic group and TS012 country of birth), usual residents.
Muslim life in Sunderland
Sunderland's Muslim community is smaller but includes Bangladeshi, Pakistani, and more recently Libyan and Syrian families. The community is closely connected to Newcastle's larger Muslim population just 10 miles north.
Mosques in Sunderland
- Sunderland Mosque & Islamic Centre
- Bangladeshi Islamic Centre Sunderland
Areas with large Muslim communities
How it works in Sunderland
- Step 1
Create a free profile
Tell us about your faith, family and what you want in a spouse. You must be 18 or over and live in the UK.
- Step 2
Find people near you
Set your filters to Sunderland or the wider area, plus sect and background, then send a like or a short compliment.
- Step 3
Talk with your wali involved
Chat opens once they accept. Invite your wali to get copies of the messages you send, and report or block anyone in one tap.
Questions about Muslim marriage in Sunderland
How many Muslims live in Sunderland?
The 2021 Census recorded 4,846 Muslims in Sunderland, 1.8% of residents, below the England and Wales average of 6.5%.
Is UK Muslim Marriage free for Muslim singles in Sunderland?
Joining is free and you can browse, like and chat with matches without paying. Optional Silver, Gold and Diamond memberships start at 99p a week and give you more likes, compliments and profile boosts. Memberships renew until you cancel, and you can cancel any time in the app.
How are profiles checked?
Our team reviews every new profile and photo before other members can see it. Members can also upload a UK photo ID and a selfie, which we check by hand, to get a Verified badge. You can report or block anyone from their profile or your chat.
Can my wali or parents be involved?
Yes. You can invite your wali, a parent or another guardian from the app. If you choose, they get an email copy of each message you send, so Muslim families can stay involved from the first conversation.
Looking for a spouse in Sunderland?
Create a free profile in a few minutes. Every profile is reviewed, and your wali can be involved from day one.