SR7 0BY is a safe, established residential area on Cheviot Gardens, 0.6km from Northlea in Seaham. Administratively it sits within Seaham ward and the Easington constituency.
For families considering a move, SR7 0BY 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, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £129k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR7 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00105453 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHEVIOT GARDENS, SR7 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHEVIOT GARDENS, SR7 0BY.
278
43
£ 33,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR7 0BY 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
SR7 0BY is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR7 0BY. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 140,000
9 sales · Mean £ 143,494
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
7 sales · Mean £ 142,928
Terraced
£ 125,000
3 sales · Mean £ 130,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SR7 0BY has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Seaham High School
Seaview Primary School
St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
New Seaham Academy
Seaham Trinity Primary School
Westlea Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Costcutter / High Colliery Post Office0.8 km
- Suri's Store1.0 km
- Carricks0.4 km
- Eastlea Stores0.7 km
- PSK Convenience Store1.0 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Grill n Go0.3 km
- TJ's Fish Shop0.2 km
- Ambleside Fisheries0.9 km
- Golden Mountain1.0 km
- La Vera Pizza0.7 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Seaham Harbour Cricket Club0.6 km
- The Golden Grove Inn1.0 km
- Seaham Red Star Football Club0.8 km
- Seaham Park Sports Club1.0 km
- The Knack Sports and Social Club0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Palm Courtyard Cafe0.8 km
- The Ranch0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaham0.9 km
- Sunderland7.6 km
- St Peters8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Duke Street0.1 km
- Duke Street0.1 km
- Duke Street0.1 km
- Duke Street0.1 km
- Station Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR70BY · Data under Open Government Licence