Rochdale Way is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 5QG is located in the Redhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Washington and Sunderland West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rochdale Way, Sunderland, SR5 5QG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 5QQ, SR5 5QB, SR5 5NL, SR5 5QZ, SR5 5QL, SR5 5RE, SR5 5RF, SR5 5QH, SR5 5NG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SR5 5QG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.4% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.6% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 5QG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 39.5% | 50% | 10.5% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.3% | 31.9% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -12.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.1% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 3.9% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 39.6% | 44.9% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 31.6% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 14.6% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38% | 27.7% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 13.9% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 15.2% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 8.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 15.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5% | 16.5% | 11.5% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 5% | 2.6% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.1% | 100% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.8% | 37.2% | 18.6% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rochdale Way was 153.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.3% higher than the Redhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rochdale Way has the 12th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Redhill and the 210th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Rochdale Way, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-12-10 | £299,074 |
| 7 Rochdale Way, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2019-04-11 | £87,917 |
| 11 Rochdale Way, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2017-07-06 | £111,727 |
| 10 Rochdale Way, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2015-08-21 | £100,409 |
| 6 Rochdale Way, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2007-12-14 | £117,831 |
SR5 5QG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 228 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,694 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 3,295 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 3,487 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Saints CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Rotherham Road , SR5 5QL | 3out of 4 | 70 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Redcar Road , SR5 5AU | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Wood Community Primary School Redcar Road , Red House SR5 5RZ | 2out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castletown Primary School Grange Road , Castletown SR5 3EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Bosco Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Bradford Avenue , SR5 4JW | 4out of 4 | 1,727 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 808 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 1,418 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | 2out of 4 | 3,366 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth Academy Torver Crescent , SR6 8LG | - not rated | 3,371 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy Thornhill Terrace , SR2 7JN | 4out of 4 | 3,956 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 | 4,191 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 3,405 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 3,507 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 728 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 2,271 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 2,346 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon of Light School Beacon of Light , Stadium Park SR5 1SU | 2out of 4 | 2,980 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palm / Liberty Browns | 10, Timber Beach Road | 761 yd | |
| KFC | Castellian Road, Sunderland | 796 yd | |
| McDonalds | Castellian Road, Sunderland | 796 yd | |
| Cafe Pausa | Unit 1, Timber Beach Road | 879 yd | |
| Costa | A, 1 | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last Orders | Rotherfield Road, Sunderland | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chengs | 4, Rawmarsh Road | 723 yd | |
| Crisp 'n' Fry | 18 Rawmarsh Road, Sunderland | 723 yd | |
| Balti Express | 1, Castellian Road | 794 yd | |
| The Sandwich Tree | Unit 1, Saint Catherines Court | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Warehouse By Iceland | Unit 5, Timber Beach Road | 761 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Limited, Riverside Road | 859 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Saints C Of E Voluntary Aided Primary School Rotherham Road | grass pitches | 157 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Sunderland) TIMBER BEACH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 673 yd |
| Springs Sanctuary Spa (Sunderland) (Closed) Timber Beach Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 673 yd |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 697 yd |
| Hylton Red House School (Closed) Rutherglen Road | athletics tracks, swimming pool | 744 yd |
| English Martyrs Rc Primary School REDCAR ROAD | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| City Of Sunderland College (Closed) Hylton Centre Hylton Centre North Hylton Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 807 yd |
| Downhill Health And Community Sports Hub KENYA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 989 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 | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.