SR2 9BE is a sought-after residential area on Larkfield Road, 0.6km from Hillview in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within St Michael's ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SR2, SR2 9BE offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 97% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £189k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SR2 9BE are sourced from Output Area E00044612 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LARKFIELD ROAD, SR2 9BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LARKFIELD ROAD, SR2 9BE.
318
43
£ 46,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR2 9BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SR2 9BE's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £189k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR2 9BE. The average age is 43.4. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
7 sales · Mean £ 180,464
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR2 9BE has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Aidan's Catholic Academy
Hill View Junior Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
Barbara Priestman Academy
Hill View Infant Academy
Consilium Evolve
Thornhill Academy
Southmoor Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chinese Kitchen0.7 km
- Grill N Chill0.7 km
- Downey's0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Barnes Delhi Indian Limited0.8 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Co-op0.3 km
- Leema Pharmacy0.4 km
- Ashbrooke Store0.8 km
- Dhillons Premier Convenience Store0.4 km
- Spar Supermarket@ Shell Filling Station1.0 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Ashbrooke Sports Club0.3 km
- Rosedene0.2 km
- Hollymere0.4 km
- Toby Carvery Barnes Park0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Mamma Italia0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sunderland1.9 km
- St Peters2.4 km
- Stadium of Light3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Tunstall Road-Larkfield Road0.1 km
- Tunstall Road-Larkfield Road0.1 km
- Glenesk Road0.1 km
- Tunstall Road-Ringmore Court0.2 km
- Tunstall Road-Ringmore Court0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR29BE · Data under Open Government Licence