About Grangetown

Grangetown is a suburb located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the SR2 postcode area. It is situated just south of the River Wear and is approximately two miles from the city centre of Sunderland. The area features a mix of residential housing, local shops, and community facilities, catering to the needs of its residents. The suburb is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access nearby areas and the city centre. Grangetown is also close to several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. The local community is active, with various clubs and organisations that contribute to the area's social life.

School Ratings in Grangetown

Grangetown is served by 117 schools. St Paul's CofE Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Grangetown

Property prices average £169K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £118K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Grangetown

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Grangetown, with 94 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Grangetown

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Grangetown falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Grangetown

Most properties in Grangetown can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,886 sales

Average Price £169K
£250 — £8.25M
Detached £289K 568
Semi £156K 1,363
Terraced £118K 1,903
Flat £92K 845

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

66 Primary
12 Secondary
39 Other
Hopespring Sunderland Good 0.3 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Grangetown 0.4 miles Grangetown Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Hill View Infant Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Hill View Junior Academy Primary 0.5 miles Southmoor Academy Secondary Good 0.5 miles Valley Road Academy Primary 0.8 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Ryhope Good 0.8 miles Ryhope Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles Ryhope Infant School Academy Primary 0.8 miles Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Secondary 0.9 miles Ashbrooke School Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Grangetown IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Grangetown in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
4/10
8,252 Children (0-15) 18%
29,752 Working Age 63%
12,306 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Grangetown 285 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Grangetown is above the national average when measured per capita. Anti-social behaviour dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

94 Anti-Social Behaviour
94 Violence & Sexual Offences
21 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Burglary
11 Other Theft
11 Vehicle Crime
11 Other Crime
9 Public Order
8 Shoplifting
6 Drugs
5 Robbery
3 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Sunderland Train Station 1.6 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 8.5 miles
Heworth Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hillview 0.6 miles Hendon 0.6 miles Ryhope 1.2 miles Tunstall 1.4 miles Bishopwearmouth 1.4 miles New Silksworth 2 miles Humbledon 2 miles Ayres Quay 2 miles Sunderland 2 miles Doxford Park 2.2 miles Millfield 2.2 miles Deptford 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Sunderland
Ward Ryhope
Constituency Sunderland Central
Parish Sunderland, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in SR2 30 shown View all streets

Abbotsford Grove 1 Acer Court 1 Acklam Avenue 2 Acomb Court 1 Addison Street 1 Adriana Close 1 Aldbrough Close 1 Alderley Close 1 Alice Street 2 Amberley Street 3 Ambrunes Close 1 Angram Drive 1 Appleforth Avenue 1 Argyle Square 1 Argyle Street 1 Arthur Avenue 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashbrooke Range 1 Ashbrooke Road 5 Ashburne Court 1 Ashby Street 1 Ashmore Street 1 Ashwood Street 2 Ashwood Terrace 1 Askern Avenue 1 Askrigg Avenue 1 Athelstan Rigg 1 Athol Gardens 3 Athol Road 1 Athol Terrace 2

Postcodes in SR2 50 shown View all postcodes

SR2 0AA SR2 0AB SR2 0AF SR2 0AG SR2 0AH SR2 0AJ SR2 0AL SR2 0AN SR2 0AP SR2 0AQ SR2 0AR SR2 0AS SR2 0AT SR2 0AU SR2 0AW SR2 0AY SR2 0AZ SR2 0BA SR2 0BB SR2 0BD SR2 0BE SR2 0BF SR2 0BG SR2 0BH SR2 0BJ SR2 0BL SR2 0BN SR2 0BP SR2 0BQ SR2 0BS SR2 0BT SR2 0BU SR2 0BW SR2 0BX SR2 0BY SR2 0BZ SR2 0DA SR2 0DB SR2 0DD SR2 0DE SR2 0DF SR2 0DG SR2 0DH SR2 0DJ SR2 0DL SR2 0DN SR2 0DP SR2 0DQ SR2 0DR SR2 0DS