Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

FELL CLOSE, NE37 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FELL CLOSE, NE37 1AR.

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Population

221

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 35,000 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE37 1AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NE37 1AR's 72% ownership and 50-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE37 1AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fell Close, 0.3km from Albany in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington West ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £49k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NE37 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00045058 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE37 1AR. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 49,950

1 sales · Mean £ 49,950

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE37 1AR has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting63
Anti-social behaviour33
Violence and sexual offences24
Criminal damage and arson13
Vehicle crime11

school Local Schools

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Albany Village Primary School

Good208 pupils0.2 km
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George Washington Primary School

Good400 pupils0.8 km
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Washington Academy

Requires Improvement629 pupils0.9 km
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Blackfell Primary School

Good194 pupils1.0 km
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St John Boste Catholic Primary School

Good176 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good226 pupils1.3 km
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Wessington Primary School

Good255 pupils1.3 km
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Springwell Village Primary School

Good209 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Albany Discount Stores0.4 km
  • Donwell Off Licence \& Newsagent0.4 km
  • Blue House Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Concord News1.0 km
  • Donwell Village Store0.9 km
  • + 12 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Stella0.4 km
  • Wessington0.9 km
  • Sir William De Wessyngton0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Rok Box0.8 km
  • The Honest Boy1.0 km
  • BB's Coffee House0.9 km
  • Concord Tandoori1.0 km
  • Hideaway Cafe0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.3 km
  • N.E. Co-Op1.0 km
  • Aldi0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • The New Golden Wok0.9 km
  • Rav's Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Bits N Pizzas0.4 km
  • Divan Khanah/Divano's0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Heworth4.8 km
  • Fellgate6.1 km
  • Chester-Le-Street6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Brandy Lane-Mardale0.2 km
  • Brandy Lane-Crossgill0.2 km
  • Parsons0.3 km
  • Parsons0.3 km
  • Blue House Lane-Havannah Road0.3 km