NE37 1AB is a safe, established residential area on Oxford Avenue, 0.2km from Washington, New in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington West ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 27.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE37 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00045051 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OXFORD AVENUE, NE37 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OXFORD AVENUE, NE37 1AB.
331
42
£ 30,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE37 1AB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 42, NE37 1AB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £116k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 27.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE37 1AB. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 96,750
8 sales · Mean £ 101,187
Terraced
£ 125,000
5 sales · Mean £ 122,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE37 1AB has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
George Washington Primary School
Albany Village Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Springwell Village Primary School
Washington Academy
Usworth Colliery Primary School
Usworth Colliery Nursery School
Blackfell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Albany Discount Stores1.0 km
- Donwell Off Licence \& Newsagent0.2 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- Michelle's Local0.3 km
- Shop And Drive Washington0.7 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Blue Bell0.5 km
- The Stella1.0 km
- Wessington0.3 km
- The Middle Inn1.0 km
- Speculation Inn1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op0.7 km
- N.E. Co-Op0.9 km
- Aldi1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- The New Golden Wok0.3 km
- Hot Bite0.8 km
- Prime Pizza Washington0.9 km
- Subway0.6 km
- Bits N Pizzas1.0 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cuppa Joe0.3 km
- L&K Thoburn + Fatties Cafe0.9 km
- BB's Coffee House0.8 km
- Concord Tandoori0.9 km
- Cream Curls / King Of Fast Food1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth4.2 km
- Fellgate5.5 km
- Brockley Whins6.7 km
Bus Stops
- The Drive0.1 km
- Eskdale Crescent0.1 km
- London Avenue0.1 km
- London Avenue0.1 km
- Well Bank Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NE371AB · Data under Open Government Licence