SR5 1DJ is an active urban area on Victoria Terrace South, 0.1km from Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Southwick ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SR5 1DJ is an older retirement area, many residents well beyond working age. By day, the area transitions to a eat, drink and be merry character: areas dominated by food and entertainment. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 82% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 111 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for SR5 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00044235 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICTORIA TERRACE SOUTH, SR5 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICTORIA TERRACE SOUTH, SR5 1DJ.
150
55
£ 29,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR5 1DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 82% social renting, SR5 1DJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR5 1DJ. The average age is 55.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around SR5 1DJ is above average at 111 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Grange Park Primary School
Beacon of Light School
Dame Dorothy Primary School
Redby Academy
St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
Southwick Community Primary School
Fulwell Infant School Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Manticore Catering0.9 km
- Berto's0.6 km
- Fulwell Tandoori Chef0.7 km
- La Dolce Vita0.3 km
- Mario Pizza0.6 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.3 km
- Tesco0.1 km
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- News 20000.5 km
- Avenue Pharmacy0.6 km
- Hendersons Butcher0.5 km
- Malar Convenience Store (Premier Express)1.0 km
- The Sweet Boutique0.8 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Albion, The0.7 km
- New Derby0.9 km
- The Avenue0.6 km
- The Halfway House0.6 km
- Royal Naval Assoc Club0.5 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Fausto Coppa0.5 km
- Jai Thai Take Away & Cafe0.3 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.2 km
- Regimental Catering Services0.5 km
- Sunderland AFC Events0.3 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hilton Garden Inn0.3 km
- Barclay Lodge0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stadium of Light0.1 km
- St Peters0.7 km
- Sunderland1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wheatsheaf0.1 km
- Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terrace0.1 km
- Stadium Of Light (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)0.1 km
- Stadium Of Light (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)0.1 km
- Stadium Of Light Metro0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SR51DJ · Data under Open Government Licence