SR5 5LY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rhodesia Road, 0.2km from Red House in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within Redhill ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SR5 5LY is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £64k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SR5 5LY are sourced from Output Area E00044780 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RHODESIA ROAD, SR5 5LY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RHODESIA ROAD, SR5 5LY.
207
37
£ 27,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR5 5LY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 49% social renting, SR5 5LY 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 SR5 5LY. The average age is 36.5. 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
Terraced
£ 64,000
1 sales · Mean £ 64,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SR5 5LY has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hylton Red House Nursery School
Northern Saints Church of England Academy
Harry Watts Academy
Red House Academy
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Sunderland
Willow Wood Community Primary School
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School, Town End Farm, Sunderland
Castle View Enterprise Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Billy's General Store0.4 km
- Richardson Newsagent0.4 km
- Premier Convenience Store0.5 km
- Basil Leaf Sandwich Bar0.5 km
- Dolly's Shakes And Cakes0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chengs0.5 km
- Pulp Kitchen0.4 km
- Pizza Night0.5 km
- Crisp 'n' Fry0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Last Orders0.3 km
- Red House W.M. Club0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Boldon2.2 km
- Seaburn2.8 km
- Stadium of Light3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Rhodesia Road-Redhill Road0.1 km
- Rhodesia Road-Retford Road0.1 km
- Rhodesia Road-Riddings Road0.1 km
- Rotherfield Road-Rhodesia Road0.2 km
- Redhill Road-Rotherham Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR55LY · Data under Open Government Licence