Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

HEWITT AVENUE, SR2 0DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEWITT AVENUE, SR2 0DR.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 37,100 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SR2 0DR 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.

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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

With 53% social renting, SR2 0DR is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SR2 0DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hewitt Avenue, 0.4km from Leechmere in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Ryhope ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SR2 0DR is 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. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £81k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SR2 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00044517 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 0DR. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 64,250

2 sales · Mean £ 64,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SR2 0DR has low crime rates — 25 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.

Violence and sexual offences42
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order11
Other crime9

school Local Schools

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Ryhope Junior School

Good220 pupils0.5 km
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Ryhope Infant School Academy

Good133 pupils0.5 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope

Good130 pupils0.8 km
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St Paul's CofE Primary School

Outstanding264 pupils1.1 km
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Hill View Infant Academy

Good439 pupils1.2 km
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Venerable Bede Church of England Academy

Good897 pupils1.2 km
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Hill View Junior Academy

Good458 pupils1.4 km
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Grangetown Primary School

Good281 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Ability Trade & Diy0.4 km
  • Premier - Kellys News Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Seafood Platters0.6 km
  • Pauls0.8 km
  • Herdman G W0.6 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Asda Cafe0.6 km
  • The Sugar Pot0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Ryhope Fisheries0.8 km
  • Garden Chop Suey House0.6 km
  • Ocean Basket0.6 km
  • Milano's Pizzeria0.2 km
  • The Plaice Of Cod0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Top House0.6 km
  • Guide Post0.7 km
  • Ryhope Catholic Club0.8 km
  • Ryhope Football & Cricket Club0.6 km
  • The Queens0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda Stores0.6 km
  • Iceland0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sunderland3.4 km
  • St Peters3.9 km
  • Stadium of Light4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Ralph Avenue0.1 km
  • Ralph Avenue0.1 km
  • Leechmere Way - Hewitt Avenue0.2 km
  • Leechmere Way -Lynthorpe0.2 km
  • Leechmere Way - Rye View Road0.2 km