SR6 9JY is a safe, established residential area on Lilac Grove, 0.6km from Roker in Sunderland. Administratively it sits within St Peter's ward and the Sunderland Central constituency.
For families considering a move, SR6 9JY represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for SR6 9JY are sourced from Output Area E00044648 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LILAC GROVE, SR6 9JY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LILAC GROVE, SR6 9JY.
339
47
£ 35,500 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SR6 9JY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SR6 9JY — age 47, 75% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SR6 9JY. The average age is 46.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 151,000
4 sales · Mean £ 149,250
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SR6 9JY has low crime rates — 23 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
St Benet's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
Redby Academy
Fulwell Junior School
Fulwell Infant School Academy
Grange Park Primary School
Dame Dorothy Primary School
Seaburn Dene Primary School
Monkwearmouth Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Marine House Gym 80 Ltd0.6 km
- Premier0.8 km
- Fulwell News0.5 km
- One Stop Ltd0.6 km
- Sea Road Premier0.6 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Mill View Social Club0.5 km
- Albion, The1.0 km
- New Derby0.5 km
- Grannie Annies0.8 km
- Royal Naval Assoc Club1.0 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Clacey's Coffee House0.5 km
- Love Lily1.0 km
- Pier Fish And Chips1.0 km
- Regimental Catering Services1.0 km
- Six (Relish The Thought)1.0 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Fulwell Tandoori Chef0.2 km
- Mario Pizza0.4 km
- Canny Catering Food Co0.9 km
- Curry Kingdom0.6 km
- Pizza Stop1.0 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Ashborne Guest House0.8 km
- Mayfield Hotel0.9 km
- Abbey Guest House0.8 km
- Anchor Lodge0.8 km
- Lemonfield Hotel0.9 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaburn0.7 km
- Stadium of Light0.9 km
- St Peters1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Fulwell Road-Enid Avenue0.2 km
- Fulwell Road-Moray Street0.2 km
- St Benet's Rc Primary School0.2 km
- Fulwell Road-Side Cliff Road0.2 km
- St Benet`s School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SR69JY · Data under Open Government Licence