NE37 1AQ is a safe, established residential area on Durham Avenue, 0.1km from New Washington 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE37 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00045051 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DURHAM AVENUE, NE37 1AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DURHAM AVENUE, NE37 1AQ.
331
42
£ 30,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE37 1AQ 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 1AQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £132k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE37 1AQ. 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
£ 124,000
4 sales · Mean £ 113,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE37 1AQ has low crime rates — 36 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
Washington Academy
Springwell Village Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Blackfell Primary School
Usworth Colliery Primary School
Usworth Colliery Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Albany Discount Stores0.7 km
- Donwell Off Licence \& Newsagent0.0 km
- Blue House Pharmacy0.5 km
- Concord News0.9 km
- Donwell Village Store0.5 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Blue Bell0.7 km
- The Stella0.7 km
- Wessington0.5 km
- Legends0.9 km
- Sir William De Wessyngton0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Rok Box0.9 km
- BB's Coffee House0.9 km
- Concord Tandoori1.0 km
- Hideaway Cafe1.0 km
- It's A Small World Washington0.9 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op0.5 km
- N.E. Co-Op1.0 km
- Aldi0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- The New Golden Wok0.5 km
- Bits N Pizzas0.7 km
- Divan Khanah/Divano's0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.8 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth4.4 km
- Fellgate5.8 km
- Brockley Whins6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Blue House Lane-St Andrews Avenue0.1 km
- Blue House Lane-Havannah Road0.1 km
- Well Bank Road0.2 km
- Parsons Road0.2 km
- Parsons Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE371AQ · Data under Open Government Licence