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SR2 Central Sunderland

SR2 Central Sunderland investment guide. Average gross yield 4.8%, balanced market rental demand.

4.8%avg gross yield

£130kavg sold price (535 sales, 12mo)

Balanced marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated April 2026

Average Gross Yield

4.8%

-0.3% vs Sunderland avg (5.1%)

Average Asking Price

£130,000

high confidence (535 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£723

2-bed · 3-bed £917 · 8.3% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£143

City avg £211/sqft · 68 below average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in SR2

1-bed

£626

per month

13.2% yield

2-bed

£723

per month

8.3% yield

3-bed

£917

per month

7.6% yield

4-bed

£1,098

per month

6.8% yield

Ownership mix

SR2 vs UK average · 20,269 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Distinct tenure mix: 21% socially rented (4pp higher than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

31.1%(UK 32.9%)

-1.8pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

26.4%(UK 29.7%)

-3.3pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

21.1%(UK 20.3%)

+0.8pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

21.4%(UK 17.1%)

+4.3pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in SR2

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	9.5%	£101,371	£806
Semi-detached →	6.0%	£169,029	£851
Detached →	4.0%	£285,000	£948
Flat →	12.0%	£75,500	£756

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About SR2 Central Sunderland (SR2, Sunderland)

SR2 offers investors an attractive 4.8% gross yield in a balanced rental market, making it a steady option for those seeking consistent returns. The area presents reasonable entry points for buy-to-let portfolios, with rental income across various property sizes providing flexibility in investment strategy.

The tenant demographic spans professionals and families, with particular demand for 3 and 4-bedroom properties commanding £917-£1,098 monthly rents. Smaller units (1-2 beds) at £626-£723 indicate a diverse market accommodating both single occupants and couples, suggesting stable, broad-based tenant appeal.

Investors should note the balanced market conditions mean competition from other landlords is present; property condition and maintenance standards will be key differentiators. Additionally, monitor local economic factors and employment trends in Sunderland, as rental demand sustainability depends on the area's broader economic health.

Sold Price Trend - SR2

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

-2.6% over 2 years

Flip Activity - SR2

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+0.0%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

0 mo

Flip rate

0.0%

of all sales

Recent case studies

cherribank

Semi

Bought Jul 24

£90k

Sold Mar 25

£160k

8 mo+65.4%*

Gross 77.8%

rothbury

Semi

Bought Dec 23

£82k

Sold Dec 24

£136k

13 mo+63.6%*

Gross 65.9%

ennerdale

Terraced

Bought Apr 23

£125k

Sold Aug 24

£169k

16 mo+29.5%*

Gross 34.8%

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - SR2

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Planning restriction data not yet verified for this area.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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