SR2 0DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Poplar Grove, 0.3km from Ryhope Colliery in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Ryhope ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SR2 0DW is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £58k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR2 0DW are sourced from Output Area E00044523 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
POPLAR GROVE, SR2 0DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POPLAR GROVE, SR2 0DW.
296
39
£ 37,100 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR2 0DW 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
With 46% social renting, SR2 0DW 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 0DW. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 58,500
2 sales · Mean £ 58,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR2 0DW has low crime rates — 28 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
Ryhope Junior School
Ryhope Infant School Academy
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope
St Paul's CofE Primary School
Venerable Bede Church of England Academy
Hill View Infant Academy
Hill View Junior Academy
Grangetown Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, Cafe
2 nearby- Asda Cafe0.6 km
- The Sugar Pot0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Ryhope Fisheries0.7 km
- Garden Chop Suey House0.6 km
- Ocean Basket0.6 km
- Milano's Pizzeria0.1 km
- The Plaice Of Cod0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Top House0.6 km
- Guide Post0.7 km
- Ryhope Catholic Club0.8 km
- Ryhope Football & Cricket Club0.5 km
- The Queens0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Stores0.6 km
- Iceland0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland3.4 km
- St Peters4.0 km
- Stadium of Light4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Ralph Avenue0.1 km
- Ralph Avenue0.1 km
- Leechmere Way - Hewitt Avenue0.1 km
- Leechmere Way - Rye View Road0.1 km
- Leechmere Way -Lynthorpe0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR20DW · Data under Open Government Licence