SR2 7LQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Albert Court, 0.7km from Bishopwearmouth in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Millfield ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SR2 7LQ offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, areas dominated by food and entertainment. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sunderland.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 102 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £75k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SR2 7LQ are sourced from Output Area E00170199 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBERT COURT, SR2 7LQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBERT COURT, SR2 7LQ.
168
36
£ 31,000 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SR2 7LQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 42% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (36) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 2.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 7LQ. The average age is 35.6. 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
Flat
£ 75,000
19 sales · Mean £ 78,131
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around SR2 7LQ is above average at 102 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
St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
Thornhill Academy
Consilium Evolve
Barbara Priestman Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
Richard Avenue Primary School
St Aidan's Catholic Academy
Hudson Road Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
73 nearby- Mowbray Food Store1.0 km
- Cakebox Sunderland Ltd0.8 km
- Candyland0.7 km
- Ledger, R & P0.4 km
- Mini Mart0.4 km
- + 68 more
Restaurant, Cafe
56 nearby- BURGeR0.9 km
- Clean Seventeen/Clean Prep Up North1.0 km
- Cafe W0.6 km
- Paticake Patisserie0.3 km
- Sorrento0.4 km
- + 51 more
Pub, NightClub
40 nearby- Cooper Rose0.4 km
- Greens0.5 km
- Ivy House0.4 km
- No 2 Church Lane0.6 km
- The Beehive0.6 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Iceland0.7 km
- Home Bargains0.7 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
68 nearby- Fatso's Filling Station0.6 km
- Ice Ice Baby Milkshake Bar0.7 km
- Jay's Flavours0.5 km
- Naga Noodles0.6 km
- Ocean Fish + Chips0.6 km
- + 63 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Premier Inn0.5 km
- Travelodge0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland0.8 km
- St Peters1.1 km
- Stadium of Light1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Royal Courts0.1 km
- University (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)0.1 km
- University Metro0.1 km
- Royal Courts0.1 km
- University (Tyne and Wear Metro Station)0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SR27LQ · Data under Open Government Licence