SR5 1DX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Eglinton Street, 0.3km from Monkwearmouth in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Southwick ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR5 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00044224 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EGLINTON STREET, SR5 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EGLINTON STREET, SR5 1DX.
291
41
£ 29,000 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR5 1DX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 41, SR5 1DX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR5 1DX. The average age is 41.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 165,000
1 sales · Mean £ 165,000
Semi-Detached
£ 122,475
2 sales · Mean £ 122,475
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around SR5 1DX is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Grange Park Primary School
Beacon of Light School
Redby Academy
St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
Southwick Community Primary School
Dame Dorothy Primary School
Fulwell Infant School Academy
Fulwell Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Newcastle Road Convenience Store0.2 km
- Papa Johns0.7 km
- Valkyrista Coffee Company0.7 km
- B & S Discount Store0.8 km
- B & M Home Store1.0 km
- + 16 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hilton Garden Inn0.3 km
- Barclay Lodge0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Colliery Tavern0.3 km
- Grange Hotel0.9 km
- Tram Car Inn1.0 km
- Royal Naval Assoc Club0.8 km
- Albion, The1.0 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Jazzys0.2 km
- Sunderland AFC Limited (Public Catering)0.4 km
- The Green Bean1.0 km
- Fausto Coppa0.5 km
- Jai Thai Take Away & Cafe0.6 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Crozier Fisheries0.1 km
- Oriental House1.0 km
- Bella Roma & Indee0.7 km
- Great Wall0.8 km
- Manticore Catering0.7 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Heron Foods1.0 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- Lidl0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stadium of Light0.3 km
- St Peters0.9 km
- Seaburn1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Newcastle Road-Crozier Street0.2 km
- Southwick Road-Stadium0.2 km
- Southwick Road-Stadium0.2 km
- Newcastle Road-Wearmouth Drive0.2 km
- Newcastle Road-Lochmaren Terrace0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SR51DX · Data under Open Government Licence