Kismet Street is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 2LG is located in the Southwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sunderland Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kismet Street, Sunderland, SR5 2LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 2LD, SR5 2LA, SR5 2LE, SR5 2LF, SR5 2LB, SR5 2JT, SR5 2LQ, SR5 2DP, SR5 2DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR5 2LG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 49.5% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.5% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 SR5 2LG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.2% 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 | 41.3% | 56.2% | 14.9% | 37.9% | 18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 24.9% | -15.0% | 44.2% | -19.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.5% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (69.8%) 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% | 40.2% | 6.2% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 29.6% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 19.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 6.9% | -4.8% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 SR5 2LG this area, 37.7% 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 12.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.5% | 37.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 19.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 10.5% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 18.2% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 13.6% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.8% | 12.7% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -21.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.8% 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% | 94.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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% | 94.2% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.1% | 76.7% | -21.6% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 39% | 13.5% | 25.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kismet Street was 207.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 140.1% higher than the Fulwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kismet Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Fulwell and the 130th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 120.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Kismet Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2024-12-04 | £52,534 |
| 15 Kismet Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £50,680 | 2024-11-11 | £54,253 |
| 20 Kismet Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-03-03 | £79,016 |
| 11 Kismet Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2022-03-08 | £96,874 |
| 19 Kismet Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2022-03-04 | £45,001 |
SR5 2LG area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 44 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylton Red House Nursery School Rotherham Road , Red House Estate SR5 5QL | 4out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,528 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 3,879 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 4,842 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwick Community Primary School Shakespeare Street , Southwick SR5 2JX | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Redcar Road , SR5 5AU | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Wood Community Primary School Redcar Road , Red House SR5 5RZ | 2out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Park Primary School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | 4out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Saints CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Rotherham Road , SR5 5QL | 3out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road , Red House Estate SR5 5LN | 1out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,258 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 2,787 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 2,906 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Academy Thornholme Road , SR2 7NA | 1out of 4 | 3,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 3,619 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 | 3,824 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 3,939 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon of Light School Beacon of Light , Stadium Park SR5 1SU | 2out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sunderland 4th Floor, Edinburgh Building , City Campus, Chester Road SR1 3SD | - not rated | 2,321 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 2,366 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park , SR2 7LA | - not rated | 3,022 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 3,023 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cups & Cakes CIC | Beaumont Street, Southwick | 114 yd | |
| The Green Bean | The Old Police Station, The Green | 303 yd | |
| Eileen's | 5 North Hylton Road, Southwick | 458 yd | |
| Grace House | Bardolph Drive, Sunderland | 495 yd | |
| Italian Kitchen/The Mill | Thompson Road, Sunderland | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hogans | Hogans Public House, 3 Stoney Lane | 298 yd | |
| Tram Car Inn | The Green, Sunderland | 301 yd | |
| Wearmouth Colliery Welfare & Social Club | Wearmouth Colliery Welfare And Social Club Ltd, Thompson Road | 675 yd | |
| Times Inn | 43, Wear Street | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Rose Bakery | 13 Beaumont Street, Southwick | 96 yd | |
| Oriental House | Beaumont Street, Southwick | 114 yd | |
| Ying's Thai Takeaway | 7 Davison Terrace, Sunderland | 151 yd | |
| Spice Junction | 45, Carlisle Terrace | 173 yd | |
| Subway | A, 44 | 214 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 14 The Green, Sunderland | 286 yd | |
| Heron Foods | The Market Unit 3, The Green | 303 yd | |
| Aldi | Carley Hill Road, Sunderland | 485 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Limited, Riverside Road | 1,026 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Health And Fitness ELITE HEALTH AND FITNESS KINGS ROAD ELITE HEALTH AND FITNESS KINGS ROAD THE GREEN | health and fitness suite | 203 yd |
| Southwick Sports Hall (Closed) Shakesphere Street | health and fitness suite | 288 yd |
| Aaasports Sunderland Shakespeare Street | 293 yd | |
| Southwick Community Primary School SHAKESPEARE STREET | grass pitches | 317 yd |
| Southwick Community Primary School (Closed) Clarence Street | grass pitches | 336 yd |
| Palm Beach Health & Beauty (Closed) Southwick Road | health and fitness suite | 446 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Sunderland) WAYFARER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 593 yd |
| Carley Hill Primary School (Closed) Emsworth Road | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Thompson Park AMY STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 764 yd |
| Marley Potts Playing Fields MULBERRY AVENUE | grass pitches | 766 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 45.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.06 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.06 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.