Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

BAY COURT, SR6 8BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAY COURT, SR6 8BB.

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Population

363

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SR6 8BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SR6 8BB combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£175k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 17.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SR6 8BB is a sought-after residential area on Bay Court, 0.6km from Bents, South in South Bents. Administratively it sits within Fulwell ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SR6, SR6 8BB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 17.8% year-on-year. 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 SR6 8BB are sourced from Output Area E00044302 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR6 8BB. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 175,000

19 sales · Mean £ 180,918

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

Crime around SR6 8BB is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting36
Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour16
Public order4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Whitburn Village Primary School

Good236 pupils1.1 km
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Whitburn Church of England Academy

Good1240 pupils1.1 km
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Fulwell Junior School

Outstanding354 pupils1.3 km
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Seaburn Dene Primary School

Good216 pupils1.3 km
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Monkwearmouth Academy

Inadequate873 pupils1.3 km
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Fulwell Infant School Academy

Outstanding367 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Whitburn Cricket Club0.8 km
  • The Gin Cabinet0.5 km
  • YOLO Bar0.5 km
  • Captain Morgan0.5 km
  • The Jolly Sailor0.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Go Bananas0.5 km
  • Goa Exemplary Indian Cuisine0.7 km
  • Prego Seaburn0.5 km
  • The Salt House Kitchen0.7 km
  • Gabrieles0.7 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Bao Down0.5 km
  • Downey's Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • Acropolis Street Food0.5 km
  • Barley & Me0.5 km
  • Boojie Burger0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • WM.Morrison Service Station0.5 km
  • Slimming World Franchise0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Grand Hotel0.8 km
  • Seaburn Inn0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons Supermarkets0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Seaburn1.8 km
  • Stadium of Light2.8 km
  • East Boldon3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Seaburn Camp0.0 km
  • South Bents Avenue-Farndale Avenue0.1 km
  • Seaburn Camp0.2 km
  • Bents Road-Pebble Beach0.2 km
  • Bransdale Avenue0.2 km