SR2 0DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Ryhope Colliery in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Ryhope ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SR2 0DN is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SR2 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00044523 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SR2 0DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SR2 0DN.
296
39
£ 37,100 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR2 0DN 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 46% social renting, SR2 0DN is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 0DN. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR2 0DN has low crime rates — 29 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.
school Local Schools
Ryhope Junior School
Ryhope Infant School Academy
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope
St Paul's CofE Primary School
Venerable Bede Church of England Academy
Hill View Infant Academy
Hill View Junior Academy
Grangetown Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Ability Trade & Diy0.5 km
- Premier - Kellys News Food And Wine0.8 km
- P K & Sons North Ltd1.0 km
- Seafood Platters0.5 km
- Pauls0.7 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Asda Cafe0.7 km
- The Sugar Pot0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Ryhope Fisheries0.7 km
- Garden Chop Suey House0.5 km
- Ocean Basket0.5 km
- Milano's Pizzeria0.1 km
- The Plaice Of Cod0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Top House0.5 km
- Derwenthurst (Ryhope) Club Ltd1.0 km
- Guide Post0.7 km
- Ryhope Catholic Club0.7 km
- Ryhope Football & Cricket Club0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Stores0.7 km
- Iceland0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland3.5 km
- St Peters4.0 km
- Seaham4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Ralph Avenue0.1 km
- Leechmere Way - Hewitt Avenue0.1 km
- Ralph Avenue0.1 km
- Leechmere Way - Rye View Road0.1 km
- Rye View Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SR20DN · Data under Open Government Licence