SR7 0DR is a safe, established residential area on Northwood Road, 0.3km from Northlea in Seaham. Administratively it sits within Seaham ward and the Easington constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR7 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00105462 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTHWOOD ROAD, SR7 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHWOOD ROAD, SR7 0DR.
281
40
£ 39,500 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR7 0DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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 0DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £143k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR7 0DR. The average age is 39.7. 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
Terraced
£ 142,500
2 sales · Mean £ 142,500
Semi-Detached
£ 144,975
2 sales · Mean £ 144,975
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SR7 0DR has low crime rates — 40 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 Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham
New Seaham Academy
Seaview Primary School
Seaham Trinity Primary School
Westlea Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Costcutter / High Colliery Post Office0.9 km
- Suri's Store0.9 km
- Carricks0.7 km
- Eastlea Stores0.9 km
- Kestrel Convenience Store0.5 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Seaham Hall Hotel & Spa0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Grill n Go0.1 km
- Oregano1.0 km
- TJ's Fish Shop0.3 km
- Ambleside Fisheries0.8 km
- La Vera Pizza0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Seaham Harbour Cricket Club0.6 km
- Seaham Red Star Football Club0.8 km
- Seaham Park Sports Club0.9 km
- The Knack Sports and Social Club0.9 km
- Deneside Workmens Club0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- North Beach Coffee Bar0.7 km
- The Palm Courtyard Cafe0.8 km
- The Ranch0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaham1.1 km
- Sunderland7.3 km
- St Peters7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Northlea Road0.2 km
- Durham Street0.2 km
- Northlea Road0.2 km
- Durham Street0.2 km
- Duke Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SR70DR · Data under Open Government Licence