Rotherham Road is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR5 5QS 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 Rotherham Road, Sunderland, SR5 5QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR5 5QU, SR5 5QR, SR5 5QT, SR5 5QJ, SR5 5QN, SR5 5ND, SR5 5UD, SR5 5QH, SR5 5QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR5 5QS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 53.2% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 46.8% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.4% | 39.2% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 40.3% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.3% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 9% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 (67.9%) 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 | 39.8% | 37% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 30.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 21.1% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 8.4% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 8.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 5QS this area, 31.3% 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 13.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 31.3% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 13.4% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 15.7% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 9.3% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 13.4% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 13.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -20.4% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 99.1% | 97.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 99.1% | 97.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rotherham Road was 106.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.3% higher than the Redhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rotherham Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Redhill and the 281st highest crime rate of 922 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Rotherham Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2025-11-28 | £50,840 |
| 28 Rotherham Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-05-23 | £228,264 |
| 7 Rotherham Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2016-08-05 | £113,513 |
| 7 Rotherham Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £69,500 | 2014-04-17 | £101,685 |
| 3 Rotherham Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £25,950 | 1998-05-29 | £97,536 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylton Red House Nursery School Rotherham Road , Red House SR5 5QL | 4out of 4 | 428 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,504 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Community Nursery School Bell Street , SR4 6JR | - not rated | 2,875 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's Nursery School Swan Street , SR5 1EA | - not rated | 3,064 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 3,250 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylton Red House Primary School Rotherham Road , SR5 5QL | - not rated | 271 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Saints Church of England Academy Rotherham Road , SR5 5QL | 3out of 4 | 271 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Saints CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Rotherham Road , SR5 5QL | - not rated | 271 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Harland Church of England Aided Primary School Ramillies Road , Red House SR5 5JA | - not rated | 476 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downhill Primary School Killarney Square , SR5 4AY | - not rated | 987 yd | Community 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 | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hylton Red House School Rutherglen Road , SR5 5LN | - not rated | 821 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View School A Specialist Business and Enterprise College Cartwright Road , Hylton Castle SR5 3DX | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | - not rated | 3,141 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkwearmouth College Swan Street , SR5 1EB | - not rated | 2,894 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Sunderland College Bede Centre , Durham Road SR3 4AH | - not rated | 4,416 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,546 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | - not rated | 3,585 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 3out of 4 | 3,672 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 | 4out of 4 | 498 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maplewood School Redcar Road , SR5 5PA | - not rated | 897 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | - not rated | 1,652 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The New Bridge Academy Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlegreen Community School Craigshaw Road , Hylton Castle SR5 3NF | - not rated | 1,712 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Castellian Road, Sunderland | 905 yd | |
| McDonalds | Castellian Road, Sunderland | 905 yd | |
| The Palm / Liberty Browns | 10, Timber Beach Road | 932 yd | |
| Cafe Pausa | Unit 1, Timber Beach Road | 1,002 yd | |
| Costa | A, 1 | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last Orders | Rotherfield Road, Sunderland | 162 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chengs | 4, Rawmarsh Road | 398 yd | |
| Crisp 'n' Fry | 18 Rawmarsh Road, Sunderland | 398 yd | |
| Balti Express | 1, Castellian Road | 858 yd | |
| The Sandwich Tree | Unit 1, Saint Catherines Court | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Warehouse By Iceland | Unit 5, Timber Beach Road | 932 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Saints C Of E Voluntary Aided Primary School Rotherham Road | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| Red House Academy Rutherglen Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Downhill Health And Community Sports Hub KENYA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| Hylton Red House School (Closed) Rutherglen Road | athletics tracks, swimming pool | 823 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Sunderland) TIMBER BEACH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 920 yd |
| Springs Sanctuary Spa (Sunderland) (Closed) Timber Beach Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 921 yd |
| English Martyrs Rc Primary School REDCAR ROAD | grass pitches | 1,064 yd |
| Bunny Hill Wellness Centre BUNNY HILL CENTRE BUNNY HILL CENTRE HYLTON LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,087 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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.