Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

BURNWAY, NE37 1BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNWAY, NE37 1BG.

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Population

228

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 35,000 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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2/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

NE37 1BG is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

NE37 1BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Burnway, 0.3km from Washington, New in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington West ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.

For families considering a move, NE37 1BG represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £88k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NE37 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00045053 (shared with 6 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 1BG. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 81,000

4 sales · Mean £ 78,000

Terraced

£ 64,950

1 sales · Mean £ 64,950

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

NE37 1BG has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting88
Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson17
Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

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Albany Village Primary School

Good208 pupils0.3 km
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George Washington Primary School

Good400 pupils0.6 km
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Washington Academy

Requires Improvement629 pupils0.9 km
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Blackfell Primary School

Good194 pupils1.2 km
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Springwell Village Primary School

Good209 pupils1.3 km
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School

Good217 pupils1.3 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good226 pupils1.4 km
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St John Boste Catholic Primary School

Good176 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Albany Discount Stores0.5 km
  • Donwell Off Licence \& Newsagent0.2 km
  • Blue House Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Concord News0.9 km
  • Donwell Village Store0.7 km
  • + 14 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Blue Bell0.9 km
  • The Stella0.5 km
  • Wessington0.7 km
  • Speculation Inn0.9 km
  • The Middle Inn0.9 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Rok Box0.9 km
  • BB's Coffee House0.8 km
  • Concord Tandoori0.9 km
  • Cream Curls / King Of Fast Food1.0 km
  • Hideaway Cafe1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op0.4 km
  • N.E. Co-Op0.9 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • The New Golden Wok0.7 km
  • Bits N Pizzas0.5 km
  • Divan Khanah/Divano's0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Hong Kong Takeaway0.7 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Heworth4.6 km
  • Fellgate5.9 km
  • Chester-Le-Street6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Blue House Lane-Havannah Road0.2 km
  • Blue House Lane-St Andrews Avenue0.2 km
  • Blue House Lane-Weardale Avenue0.2 km
  • Blue House Lane-Weardale Avenue0.3 km
  • Well Bank Road0.3 km