NE37 1DJ is a safe, established residential area on Donvale Road, 0.2km from New Washington in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington West ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
For families considering a move, NE37 1DJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £105k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE37 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00045052 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DONVALE ROAD, NE37 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DONVALE ROAD, NE37 1DJ.
249
45
£ 35,000 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE37 1DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 45, NE37 1DJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £105k 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 1DJ. The average age is 45.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 105,000
1 sales · Mean £ 105,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE37 1DJ has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
George Washington Primary School
Albany Village Primary School
Springwell Village Primary School
Washington Academy
Blackfell Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Albany Discount Stores0.9 km
- Donwell Off Licence \& Newsagent0.2 km
- Jet Petrol Station (Nicholson, G)0.8 km
- Blue House Pharmacy0.8 km
- Donwell Village Store0.5 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Blue Bell0.6 km
- Springwell Social Club0.9 km
- The Guide Post0.9 km
- The Stella0.9 km
- Wessington0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Rok Box0.9 km
- Hideaway Cafe0.9 km
- It's A Small World Washington0.8 km
- Kylin Oriental0.9 km
- Cuppa Joe0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op0.5 km
- Aldi0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- The New Golden Wok0.5 km
- Donwell Chippy0.2 km
- Bits N Pizzas0.9 km
- Divan Khanah/Divano's0.8 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway1.0 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth4.2 km
- Fellgate5.8 km
- Brockley Whins7.0 km
Bus Stops
- London Avenue0.2 km
- London Avenue0.2 km
- Parsons Road0.2 km
- Parsons Road0.2 km
- Blue House Lane-St Andrews Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE371DJ · Data under Open Government Licence