Greystoke Avenue is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR2 9DR is located in the St Michael's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greystoke Avenue, Sunderland, SR2 9DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR2 9DP, SR2 9DT, SR2 9DL, SR2 9DS, SR2 9DU, SR2 9DH, SR2 9ED, SR2 9EE, SR2 9EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR2 9DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 50.7% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49.3% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SR2 9DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.2% | 22.1% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 58.2% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 6.6% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.7% | 51.9% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 31.5% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 12.6% | -6.2% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 16.7% | -10.8% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 8.3% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 15.3% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 9.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 19.9% | 10.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 28.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96% | 95.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 65.6% | 46.2% | 19.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greystoke Avenue was 8.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% lower than the Barnes average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Greystoke Avenue has the 4th lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Barnes and the 23rd lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Greystoke Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-09-08 | £234,000 |
| 43 Greystoke Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-09-08 | £234,000 |
| 52 Greystoke Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2016-05-27 | £213,721 |
| 52 Greystoke Avenue, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2010-09-17 | £187,596 |
SR2 9DR 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 9DR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,705 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,084 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hylton Red House Nursery School Rotherham Road , Red House Estate SR5 5QL | 4out of 4 | 5,284 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill View Infant Academy Helvellyn Road , SR2 9JJ | 4out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Junior Academy Queen Alexandra Road , SR2 9HE | 3out of 4 | 686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Avenue Primary School Hurstwood Road , SR4 7LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plains Farm Academy Tudor Grove , SR3 1SU | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 1,783 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 | 1,536 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 | 3,501 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 3,983 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 803 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 1,372 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 1,546 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mamma Italia | The Ashbrooke, Stannington Grove | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollymere | Leechmere Road, Sunderland | 83 yd | |
| Rosedene | 125, Queen Alexandra Road | 643 yd | |
| Ashbrooke Sports Club | West Lawn, Ashbrooke Road | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Kitchen | 105, Stannington Grove | 511 yd | |
| Grill N Chill | 107 Stannington Grove, Sunderland | 518 yd | |
| The Plaice Of Cod | 112 Leechmere Road, Grangetown | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hill View Playing Fields STANNINGTON GROVE | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Tunstall Hill (Closed) Leechmere Road | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Hill View Junior Academy QUEEN ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Belford House Sports And Social Club (Closed) Belford Road | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| St Aidens Catholic Academy WILLOW BANK ROAD | 917 yd | |
| Southmoor Academy RYHOPE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 966 yd |
| Bodyline Health & Fitness (Ladies Only) (Closed) West Lawn West Lawn Ashbrooke Road | health and fitness suite | 1,082 yd |
| Ashbrooke Sports Club Ashbrooke Ashbrooke Ashbrooke Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,082 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.