Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

ROTHBURY, SR2 0BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROTHBURY, SR2 0BE.

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Population

307

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SR2 0BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SR2 0BE's 62% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 39.3% year-on-year.

home £115,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SR2 0BE is a safe, established residential area on Rothbury, 0.8km from Ryhope Colliery in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Doxford ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.

For families considering a move, SR2 0BE represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 39.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SR2 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00044536 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 0BE. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 115,000

21 sales · Mean £ 108,542

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SR2 0BE has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Anti-social behaviour12
Other crime6
Public order5
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Venerable Bede Church of England Academy

Good897 pupils0.7 km
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Ryhope Infant School Academy

Good133 pupils0.9 km
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Ryhope Junior School

Good220 pupils0.9 km
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St Paul's CofE Primary School

Outstanding264 pupils1.0 km
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St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth

Good135 pupils1.1 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope

Good130 pupils1.1 km
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New Silksworth Academy Infant

Good215 pupils1.2 km
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New Silksworth Academy Junior

Good215 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Sugar Pot0.7 km
  • The Gatehouse Tea Rooms0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Premier - Kellys News Food And Wine0.3 km
  • Pauls0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Top House0.6 km
  • Ryhope Football & Cricket Club0.7 km
  • The Queens0.7 km
  • Foresters Arms0.6 km
  • Ryhope W. M. C.0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Iceland0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Rinos Pizzeria0.6 km
  • Ryhope Tandoori0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sunderland4.2 km
  • Seaham4.5 km
  • St Peters4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Runcorn0.2 km
  • Tunstall Bank - Withernsea Grove0.4 km
  • Tunstall Bank - Withernsea Grove0.4 km
  • Bevan Avenue-Stewart Avenue0.5 km
  • Bevan Avenue-Stewart Avenue0.5 km