Kelvin Grove is in Cleadon, Sunderland and in South Tyneside district. SR6 7SW 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 Kelvin Grove, Cleadon, Sunderland, SR6 7SW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR6 7SB, SR6 7SY, SR6 7SZ, SR6 7RT, SR6 7SN, SR6 7SP, SR6 7SA, SR6 7SL, SR6 7TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SR6 7SW, 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 | 52.5% | 53.2% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 47.5% | 46.8% | -0.7% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SR6 7SW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 21.4% | 26.4% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 54% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 7.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 9.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.1% | 50.7% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 37.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 10.6% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 20.6% | 13.1% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 6.4% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 13.6% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 8.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 19.1% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 36.4% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.3% | 94.7% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 95.6% | 94.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 94.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 63% | 46.2% | 16.8% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kelvin Grove was 10.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.7% lower than the Boldon Colliery average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Kelvin Grove has the 10th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Boldon Colliery and the 24th lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Kelvin Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2019-07-26 | £349,467 |
| 2 Kelvin Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2019-07-18 | £412,704 |
| 8 Kelvin Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2014-08-08 | £303,526 |
| 2 Kelvin Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2007-10-08 | £305,518 |
| 9 Kelvin Grove, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2004-11-02 | £344,806 |
SR6 7SW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 7SW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 1,536 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 2,083 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 2,883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 2,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Church of England Academy Boldon Lane , Cleadon SR6 7RP | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Village Church of England VA Primary School Boldon Lane , Cleadon Village SR6 7RP | - not rated | 703 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Village Junior School Boldon Lane , Cleadon SR6 7RP | - not rated | 703 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest View Primary Rembrandt Avenue , NE34 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Elliott Primary School Rembrandt Avenue , NE34 8RZ | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Community 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 | 1,209 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shields School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chuter Ede Comprehensive School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9UG | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | - not rated | 2,078 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinkburn School McAnany Avenue , NE34 0PJ | - not rated | 2,724 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,193 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwearmouth College Swan Street , SR5 1EB | - not rated | 4,239 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | 4out of 4 | 1,244 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakleigh Gardens School Oakleigh Gardens , Cleadon SR6 7PT | - not rated | 1,519 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Galsworthy Centre C/O Chuter Ede Education Centre , Galsworthy Road NE34 9UG | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 3,167 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | 4out of 4 | 3,199 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papershop | 7 South End, Cleadon | 282 yd | |
| The Eastern Touch | 2 Station Approach, East Boldon | 553 yd | |
| Pat's Cafe | 1a Cleadon Lane Industrial Estate, East Boldon | 555 yd | |
| Deja Brew Cafe | Station Approach, East Boldon | 598 yd | |
| Coffee Station | 5 Station Terrace, East Boldon | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stables | 38 Front Street, Cleadon | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puccini | 1 Station Approach, East Boldon | 553 yd | |
| Blacks Corner Deli and Bakehouse | 1a St Johns Terrace, East Boldon | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 3 Station Terrace, East Boldon | 805 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boldon Cricket And Squash Club Sunderland Road | grass pitches, squash courts | 1,018 yd |
| Coulthard Park MEADOWFIELD DRIVE | tennis courts | 1,090 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 | 45.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.63 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.63 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.