Lynthorpe is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR2 0ET is located in the Ryhope electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lynthorpe, Sunderland, SR2 0ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR2 0EZ, SR2 0EX, SR2 0SH, SR2 0ER, SR2 0ES, SR2 0SQ, SR2 0EY, SR2 0EU, SR2 0YS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR2 0ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 50.8% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45.6% | 49.2% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.6% | 30.1% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 46.1% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.7% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 12% | 12.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (56.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.4% | 22.1% | -12.3% | 48.4% | -26.3% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 34.2% | 6.8% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 23.3% | 31.7% | 8.4% | 12.7% | 19.0% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 7.9% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SR2 0ET this area, 42.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 11.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.8% | 42.3% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 24.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 10.9% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.2% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 14.5% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 11.8% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -22.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.5% | 98.7% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 98.7% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.7% | 37.2% | -14.5% |
| Christian | 71.8% | 46.2% | 25.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lynthorpe was 204.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% higher than the Ryhope average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lynthorpe has the 3rd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Ryhope and the 132nd highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 135.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Lynthorpe, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2022-03-18 | £104,095 |
| 10 Lynthorpe, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-01-22 | £180,721 |
| 10 Lynthorpe, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2018-12-07 | £174,190 |
| 10 Lynthorpe, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2016-01-27 | £176,419 |
| 189 Lynthorpe, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2009-12-10 | £144,341 |
SR2 0ET area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in SR2 0ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,834 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryhope Junior School Shaftesbury Avenue , Ryhope SR2 0RT | 2out of 4 | 499 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryhope Infant School Academy Shaftesbury Avenue , Ryhope SR2 0RT | 3out of 4 | 499 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope Smith Street , Ryhope SR2 0RQ | - not rated | 852 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Waterworks Road , Ryhope SR2 0LW | 4out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Infant Academy Helvellyn Road , SR2 9JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 1,843 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,464 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 3,048 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,353 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Sunderland College Bede Centre , Durham Road SR3 4AH | - not rated | 3,379 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 5,285 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopespring Sunderland 10 Sea View Road West , Sunderland SR2 9HA | - not rated | 1,459 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 2,518 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 2,987 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 3,044 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 3,126 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sugar Pot | 76 Ryhope Street South, Sunderland | 715 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Superstore, Leechmere Road | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guide Post | Guide Post Inn, Ryhope Street South | 680 yd | |
| Ryhope Football & Cricket Club | Unit 1, Ryhope Street South | 713 yd | |
| The Queens | The Queens Head 79, 78 | 724 yd | |
| Ryhope W. M. C. | 84, Ryhope Street South | 774 yd | |
| Foresters Arms | 83, Ryhope Street South | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milano's Pizzeria | 52 Leechmere Way, Sunderland | 229 yd | |
| Fratelli | 20 Ryhope Street South, Sunderland | 601 yd | |
| Ocean Basket | 23 Ryhope Street South, Sunderland | 601 yd | |
| The Dinner Ladies | 18 Ryhope Street South, Sunderland | 610 yd | |
| Ryhope Fisheries | 1 Saint Pauls Terrace, Sunderland | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 2, Ryhope Street South | 713 yd | |
| Asda Stores | Asda Superstore, Leechmere Road | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryhope Reclamation Site LEECHMERE WAY | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| Ryhope Junior School SHAFTESBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| Ashbrooke Sports Club (Ryhope Road) Ryhope Road | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Meadow Park BEECHBROOKE | grass pitches | 1,037 yd |
| Ryhope Park BEECHBROOKE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,050 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 63.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.