SR7 0DL is a safe, established residential area on Northlea Road, 0.3km from Northlea in Seaham. Administratively it sits within Seaham ward and the Easington constituency.
For families considering a move, SR7 0DL represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 6.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SR7 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00105464 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTHLEA ROAD, SR7 0DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHLEA ROAD, SR7 0DL.
271
41
£ 39,500 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SR7 0DL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 6.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR7 0DL. The average age is 41.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
11 sales · Mean £ 142,409
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SR7 0DL has low crime rates — 46 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
Seaham High School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
New Seaham Academy
Seaview Primary School
Westlea Primary School
St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
Seaham Trinity Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Costcutter / High Colliery Post Office0.7 km
- Suri's Store0.7 km
- Carricks0.7 km
- Best One0.5 km
- Creative Youth Opportunities – Seaham Youth Group0.6 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Seaham Hall Hotel & Spa0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Grill n Go0.3 km
- Oregano0.8 km
- TJ's Fish Shop0.4 km
- Ambleside Fisheries0.6 km
- George’s The Avenue0.8 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Seaham Harbour Cricket Club0.8 km
- Seaham Red Star Football Club0.6 km
- Deneside Workmens Club0.8 km
- Island Social Club0.7 km
- New Seaham Conservative Club0.3 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- North Beach Coffee Bar0.9 km
- The Palm Courtyard Cafe0.6 km
- The Ranch0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaham1.2 km
- Sunderland7.3 km
- St Peters7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Northlea Road0.0 km
- Northlea Road0.0 km
- Newlands junction0.1 km
- Newlands junction0.1 km
- The Kestrel0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR70DL · Data under Open Government Licence