Leechmere Road is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR2 9NA 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 Leechmere Road, Sunderland, SR2 9NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR2 9NB, SR2 9NQ, SR2 9RH, SR2 9PF, SR2 9RJ, SR2 9NU, SR2 9NH, SR2 9PE, SR2 9RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR2 9NA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.9% | 50.4% | 4.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 54.1% | 49.6% | -4.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 9NA, 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 | 44.3% | 44.7% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 39.1% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (69.1%) 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 | 52.5% | 37.5% | -15.0% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 31.6% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 19.9% | 8.3% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 3.9% |
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.
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.5% | 24.2% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.3% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 19.1% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.8% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.2% | 14.9% | -3.3% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 20.9% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 4% | 2.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 90.8% | 93.4% | 2.6% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 90.8% | 96.5% | 5.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.9% | 1.6% | -6.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 96.5% | 5.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 6.3% | 2.3% | -4.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leechmere Road was 242.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.8% lower than the Hendon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leechmere Road has the 25th highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Hendon and the 99th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 138.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 84.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Leechmere Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £57,500 | 2024-08-02 | £59,858 |
| 31 Leechmere Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2024-03-15 | £101,089 |
| 45 Leechmere Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-11-29 | £101,959 |
| 9 Leechmere Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £94,950 | 2022-07-11 | £99,640 |
| 51 Leechmere Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2020-04-24 | £107,104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 3,402 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 5,343 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grangetown Primary School Spelter Works Road , Grangetown SR2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Junior Academy Queen Alexandra Road , SR2 9HE | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Infant Academy Helvellyn Road , SR2 9JJ | 4out of 4 | 870 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Road Academy Corporation Road , Hendon SR2 8PL | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryhope Junior School Shaftesbury Avenue , Ryhope SR2 0RT | 2out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southmoor Academy Ryhope Road , SR2 7TF | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Academy Willow Bank Road , Ashbrooke SR2 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | 3out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 2,347 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 | 2,774 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 | 4,772 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 5,250 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 | 552 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrooke School Ashbrooke Road , Sunderland SR2 7JA | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Consilium Evolve Thornhill Academy , Thornholme Road SR2 7NA | - not rated | 2,113 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barbara Priestman Academy Meadowside , SR2 7QN | 3out of 4 | 2,154 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grangetown Tandoori | 1 Stockton Terrace, Sunderland | 126 yd | |
| Fru Fru And Friends | 92 Ryhope Road, Sunderland | 127 yd | |
| Sweet Shop | 45 Windsor Terrace, Grangetown | 229 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Superstore, Leechmere Road | 553 yd | |
| Mamma Italia | The Ashbrooke, Stannington Grove | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra | Queen Alexandra Road, Sunderland | 80 yd | |
| Grangetown W M C | 28, 27 | 164 yd | |
| Hendon Grange | The Hendon Grange, Ocean Road | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddha Belly | 2, Stockton Terrace | 131 yd | |
| Prepped Kitchen And Deli | 9 Stockton Terrace, Sunderland | 142 yd | |
| Craft Burger Cream Curls | 22 Windsor Terrace, Grangetown | 154 yd | |
| The Orange Chippy | 11 Windsor Terrace, Grangetown | 173 yd | |
| Grangetown Cantonese Chinese Takeaway | 36, Windsor Terrace | 175 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | Asda Superstore, Leechmere Road | 553 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodyline Health & Fitness (Ladies Only) (Closed) Ryhope Road | health and fitness suite | 142 yd |
| Lower Southmoor (Closed) Commercial Road | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Grangetown Primary School SPELTER WORKS ROAD | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Hill View Junior Academy QUEEN ALEXANDRA ROAD | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Southmoor Academy RYHOPE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 777 yd |
| Hill View Playing Fields STANNINGTON GROVE | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Belford House Sports And Social Club (Closed) Belford Road | grass pitches | 975 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.