SR2 0BN is a safe, established residential area on Richmond, 0.7km from Tunstall in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Doxford ward and the Houghton and Sunderland South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR2 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00044527 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICHMOND, SR2 0BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND, SR2 0BN.
268
43
£ 38,900 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR2 0BN 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SR2 0BN is an established family neighbourhood — 64% 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 SR2 0BN. The average age is 43.0. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 89,000
9 sales · Mean £ 100,638
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR2 0BN has low crime rates — 16 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
Venerable Bede Church of England Academy
St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth
Ryhope Junior School
Ryhope Infant School Academy
New Silksworth Academy Junior
New Silksworth Academy Infant
St Paul's CofE Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Sugar Pot0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Green Bamboo0.9 km
- Shan Tandoori0.9 km
- Gills Golden Fish N Chips0.9 km
- Rinos Pizzeria0.6 km
- Ryhope Tandoori0.6 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Premier - Kellys News Food And Wine0.2 km
- Pauls0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Top House0.6 km
- St Leonards Catholic Club0.9 km
- Ryhope Football & Cricket Club0.7 km
- The Queens0.7 km
- Foresters Arms0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Iceland0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland3.9 km
- St Peters4.4 km
- Seaham4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Runcorn0.1 km
- Tunstall Bank - Withernsea Grove0.2 km
- Tunstall Bank - Withernsea Grove0.2 km
- Ryhope Street-Brick Row0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SR20BN · Data under Open Government Licence