Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

DEVONSHIRE STREET, SR5 1DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEVONSHIRE STREET, SR5 1DR.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 29,000 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SR5 1DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

SR5 1DR is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £70k.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SR5 1DR is an active urban area on Devonshire Street, 0.1km from Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Southwick ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.

For families considering a move, SR5 1DR represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, areas dominated by food and entertainment. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 115 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £70k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SR5 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00044234 (shared with 20 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 SR5 1DR. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

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

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
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

Terraced

£ 74,300

9 sales · Mean £ 70,311

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

Crime around SR5 1DR is above average at 115 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 offences137
Anti-social behaviour101
Shoplifting98
Criminal damage and arson46
Other theft32

school Local Schools

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Grange Park Primary School

Outstanding233 pupils0.3 km
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Beacon of Light School

Requires Improvement0 pupils0.5 km
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Redby Academy

Good331 pupils0.7 km
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Dame Dorothy Primary School

Good224 pupils0.7 km
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St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good350 pupils0.8 km
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Southwick Community Primary School

Good389 pupils1.1 km
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Fulwell Infant School Academy

Outstanding367 pupils1.4 km
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Fulwell Junior School

Outstanding354 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Bella Roma & Indee0.9 km
  • Great Wall0.9 km
  • Manticore Catering0.8 km
  • Pizza Palace0.9 km
  • Berto's0.6 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.4 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • News 20000.6 km
  • Asda Petrol Station/Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Avenue Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Hendersons Butcher0.6 km
  • The Sweet Boutique0.9 km
  • + 13 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Albion, The0.9 km
  • New Derby1.0 km
  • The Avenue0.7 km
  • The Halfway House0.5 km
  • Royal Naval Assoc Club0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Fausto Coppa0.5 km
  • Jai Thai Take Away & Cafe0.4 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.3 km
  • Regimental Catering Services0.6 km
  • Sunderland AFC Events0.3 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Hilton Garden Inn0.2 km
  • Barclay Lodge0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stadium of Light0.1 km
  • St Peters0.8 km
  • Sunderland1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terrace0.1 km
  • Stadium Of Light (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)0.2 km
  • Stadium Of Light Metro0.2 km
  • Stadium Of Light (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)0.2 km
  • Southwick Road-Stadium0.2 km