St Albans Street is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR2 8PP is located in the Hendon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Albans Street, Sunderland, SR2 8PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR2 8QD, SR2 8QB, SR2 8QE, SR2 8PW, SR2 8QL, SR2 8QN, SR2 8PR, SR2 8SN, SR2 8PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR2 8PP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.2% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.8% | -1.0% | 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.
In the immediate area around SR2 8PP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.3% | 44.7% | -0.6% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.7% | 25.5% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -18.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 16.3% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 9.2% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 (62.6%) 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% | 29.5% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -18.9% |
| Good health | 32% | 33.1% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 22.9% | 6.2% | 12.7% | 10.2% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 9.6% | -4.7% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
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 8PP this area, 34% 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 14.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.9% | 34% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 15.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 16.3% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 17% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 14.9% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -18.9% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.8% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97% | 97.5% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 94.1% | 91% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 3% | 7.2% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 91% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.2% | 76.7% | -19.5% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 36.1% | 13.5% | 22.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Albans Street was 219.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.4% lower than the Hendon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Albans Street has the 25th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Hendon and the 90th highest crime rate of 922 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 St Albans Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2025-02-12 | £40,797 |
| 9 St Albans Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2021-12-03 | £45,983 |
| 5 St Albans Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2016-08-19 | £65,646 |
| 4 St Albans Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £23,000 | 2014-06-25 | £32,558 |
| 2 St Albans Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £62,850 | 2006-07-26 | £80,407 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cork Street Nursery Centre Cork Street , SR1 2AN | - not rated | 1,920 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Community Nursery School Bell Street , SR4 6JR | - not rated | 3,338 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's Nursery School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | - not rated | 3,612 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,166 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | - not rated | 5,291 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Road Community Primary School Corporation Road , Hendon SR2 8PL | - not rated | 405 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Road Academy Corporation Road , Hendon SR2 8PL | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grangetown Primary School Spelter Works Road , Grangetown SR2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Road Junior School Robinson Terrace , Hendon SR2 8JW | - not rated | 511 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Road Infant School Commercial Road , SR2 8PD | - not rated | 530 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southmoor Community School, Mathematics and Computing College Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | - not rated | 573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willowbank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | - not rated | 1,379 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic School Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | - not rated | 1,379 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Thornhill School Business & Enterprise College Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | - not rated | 1,746 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wearside College Tunstall Centre , Sea View Road West SR2 9LH | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Sunderland College Bede Centre , Durham Road SR3 4AH | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth College Swan Street , SR5 1EB | - not rated | 3,708 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,759 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 3out of 4 | 5,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | - not rated | 5,274 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 958 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunderland High School Mowbray Road , SR2 8HY | - not rated | 972 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stannington School Stannington Grove , SR2 9JT | - not rated | 1,201 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Montessori School Tustall Road , SR2 7JR | - not rated | 1,700 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recovery Connections Enterprises Ltd | 52 Villette Road, Sunderland | 401 yd | |
| The Community Cafe | 52 Villette Road, Sunderland | 401 yd | |
| Mickys Munchies | 35 Villette Road, Sunderland | 423 yd | |
| Sweet Shop | 45 Windsor Terrace, Grangetown | 672 yd | |
| Fru Fru And Friends | 92 Ryhope Road, Sunderland | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grangetown W M C | 28, 27 | 754 yd | |
| Alexandra | Queen Alexandra Road, Sunderland | 832 yd | |
| Hendon Grange | The Hendon Grange, Ocean Road | 897 yd | |
| Harvester | The Sandcastle, Ryhope Road | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wingz | 60 Villette Road, Sunderland | 407 yd | |
| Little Frangos Limited | Little Frangos, 27 Villette Road | 423 yd | |
| Top Taste | 3, Villette Road | 423 yd | |
| Nazrul's Sonargow | 51 Villette Road, Sunderland | 430 yd | |
| Yummy Kitchen | 49, Villette Road | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Ryhope Road | Lidl, Ryhope Road | 951 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Road Academy CORPORATION ROAD | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Grangetown Primary School SPELTER WORKS ROAD | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Raich Carter Sports Centre COMMERCIAL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 536 yd |
| Barley Mow Park TENNIS 48M FROM PARK VIEW, RYHOPE ROAD 65M FROM B1522 TENNIS 48M FROM PARK VIEW, RYHOPE ROAD 65M FROM B1522 RYHOPE ROAD | tennis courts | 604 yd |
| Southmoor Academy RYHOPE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 612 yd |
| Lower Southmoor (Closed) Commercial Road | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Belford House Sports And Social Club (Closed) Belford Road | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Bodyline Health & Fitness (Ladies Only) (Closed) Ryhope Road | health and fitness suite | 761 yd |
| Hill View Junior Academy QUEEN ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| Sunderland High School - Main Site (Closed) Mowbray Road | health and fitness suite | 969 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.