SR2 0EY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lynthorpe, 0.2km from Leechmere in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Ryhope ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 2.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SR2 0EY are sourced from Output Area E00044519 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LYNTHORPE, SR2 0EY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYNTHORPE, SR2 0EY.
422
40
£ 37,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR2 0EY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
SR2 0EY is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 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. Property prices are trending down 2.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 0EY. The average age is 40.1. 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
£ 105,000
18 sales · Mean £ 111,527
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR2 0EY has low crime rates — 34 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
Hill View Infant Academy
Grangetown Primary School
Venerable Bede Church of England Academy
Hill View Junior Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Ability Trade & Diy0.4 km
- P K & Sons North Ltd1.0 km
- Seafood Platters0.7 km
- Pauls1.0 km
- Milktech Ltd0.9 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Asda Cafe0.7 km
- The Sugar Pot0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Buddha Belly1.0 km
- Ryhope Fisheries0.7 km
- Garden Chop Suey House0.7 km
- Ocean Basket0.7 km
- Fratelli0.7 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Top House0.9 km
- Derwenthurst (Ryhope) Club Ltd0.9 km
- Derwenthurst Club1.0 km
- Guide Post0.7 km
- Ryhope Catholic Club0.8 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Stores0.7 km
- Iceland0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland3.4 km
- St Peters4.0 km
- Seaham4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Leechmere Way-Lynthorpe0.1 km
- Leechmere Way-Lynthorpe0.1 km
- Toll Bar Road-B&q0.2 km
- Toll Bar Road-B&q0.2 km
- Leechmere Way -Lynthorpe0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SR20EY · Data under Open Government Licence