SR2 7SW is a safe, established residential area on The Cedars, 0.6km from Hendon in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within St Michael's ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
For families considering a move, SR2 7SW represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £99k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 6.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SR2 7SW are sourced from Output Area E00044355 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE CEDARS, SR2 7SW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CEDARS, SR2 7SW.
499
44
£ 46,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR2 7SW 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SR2 7SW spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 6.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 7SW. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 99,000
13 sales · Mean £ 95,380
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around SR2 7SW is moderate at 54 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
Southmoor Academy
Valley Road Academy
Hill View Junior Academy
St Aidan's Catholic Academy
Grangetown Primary School
Hill View Infant Academy
Thornhill Academy
Consilium Evolve
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Chinese Kitchen0.8 km
- Chip & Fish1.0 km
- Grangetown Cantonese Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Grill N Chill0.8 km
- Rainbow Chop Suey House0.7 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Premier - Wilsons Convenience Store0.9 km
- Medichem0.8 km
- Mowbray Food Store0.8 km
- TUTL0.3 km
- Diacom Sunderland Ltd0.4 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Acorn Guest House0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Grangetown W M C1.0 km
- Alexandra1.0 km
- Victoria Gardens0.2 km
- Harvester0.4 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Fru Fru And Friends1.0 km
- Mickys Munchies0.4 km
- Recovery Connections Enterprises Ltd0.3 km
- Sweet Shop0.9 km
- The Community Cafe0.3 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl Ryhope Road0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland1.5 km
- St Peters2.0 km
- Stadium of Light2.8 km
Bus Stops
- The Cedars-Ashbourne Lodge0.0 km
- The Cedars-Ashbourne Lodge0.0 km
- Ryhope Road-The Cedars0.1 km
- Ryhope Road-China Street0.1 km
- Villette Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: SR27SW · Data under Open Government Licence