Sand Grove is in Sunderland and in South Tyneside district. SR6 7RL is located in the Cleadon and East Boldon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Jarrow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sand Grove, Sunderland, SR6 7RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 7RW, SR6 7RE, SR6 7PJ, SR6 7RH, SR6 7QJ, SR6 7RP, SR6 7RG, SR6 7PH, SR6 7NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR6 7RL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 53.5% | 52.2% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 46.5% | 47.8% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 SR6 7RL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.7% 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 | 14.8% | 17.6% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -20.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 62.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 18.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 15% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.3% | 47.8% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 30% | 29.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 15.6% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 5.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 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 | 21.4% | 16.9% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 5.9% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 10.5% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 9.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 16.9% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.7% | 37.1% | -1.6% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 96.7% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 96.7% | 98.9% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 98.9% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15.3% | 37.2% | -21.9% |
| Christian | 78.8% | 46.2% | 32.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sand Grove was 29.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.1% lower than the Boldon Colliery average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sand Grove has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Boldon Colliery and the 100th lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.4%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Sandgrove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2023-07-21 | £565,085 |
| 21 Sandgrove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2022-11-25 | £642,117 |
| 5 Sandgrove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £579,500 | 2022-09-20 | £641,008 |
| 3 Sandgrove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2022-02-02 | £604,770 |
| 11 Sandgrove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2020-12-14 | £654,703 |
SR6 7RL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 SR6 7RL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 1,672 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 1,776 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,012 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 3,151 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downhill Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 3,470 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Village Church of England VA Primary School Boldon Lane , Cleadon Village SR6 7RP | - not rated | 104 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Village Junior School Boldon Lane , Cleadon SR6 7RP | - not rated | 104 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Church of England Academy Boldon Lane , Cleadon SR6 7RP | 3out of 4 | 156 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Village CofE Infants School Cleadon Lane , Cleadon SR6 7UU | - not rated | 590 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Nash Avenue , Whiteleas NE34 8NS | - not rated | 1,733 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King George V School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 1,084 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shields School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chuter Ede Comprehensive School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9UG | - not rated | 2,418 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redwell Comprehensive School Prince Edward Road , NE34 7QT | - not rated | 2,463 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth School Torver Crescent , Seaburn Dene SR6 8LG | - not rated | 2,536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 3,929 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth College Swan Street , SR5 1EB | - not rated | 4,349 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakleigh Gardens School Oakleigh Gardens , Cleadon SR6 7PT | - not rated | 747 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | 4out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Galsworthy Centre C/O Chuter Ede Education Centre , Galsworthy Road NE34 9UG | - not rated | 2,418 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 3,122 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 3,154 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro Romano | 59-63 Front Street, Cleadon | 318 yd | |
| Bon Appetit Cafe Deli & Gifts | 37 Front Street, Cleadon | 318 yd | |
| Luci's Bar & Bistro | 42 Front Street, Cleadon | 318 yd | |
| Papershop | 7 South End, Cleadon | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stables | 38 Front Street, Cleadon | 298 yd | |
| Toby Carvery Cleadon Village | Shields Road, Cleadon | 397 yd | |
| The Cottage Tavern | Shields Road, Cleadon | 450 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coulthard Park MEADOWFIELD DRIVE | tennis courts | 555 yd |
| Oakleigh Gardens SUNNISIDE LEIGH | grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Oakleigh Gardens Special School (Closed) Oakleigh Gardens | swimming pool | 748 yd |
| King George V School (Closed) Nevinson Avenue | grass pitches | 1,085 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 | 81.0% |
| 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 | 19.0% |
| Median download speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.