NE37 2DD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Urban Gardens, 0.7km from Hertburn in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington North ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE37 2DD is 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. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NE37 2DD are sourced from Output Area E00044983 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
URBAN GARDENS, NE37 2DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for URBAN GARDENS, NE37 2DD.
273
38
£ 30,000 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE37 2DD 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
NE37 2DD has a significant social housing presence — 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE37 2DD. The average age is 37.8. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE37 2DD is moderate at 55 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Washington Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Usworth Colliery Nursery School
Usworth Colliery Primary School
Wessington Primary School
Albany Village Primary School
Barmston Village Primary School
John F Kennedy Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Albany Discount Stores1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Nisa Barmston0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Blue House Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- The Stella1.0 km
- The Black Bush0.6 km
- Washington Union Club0.6 km
- Speculation Inn0.5 km
- Usworth & Washington Gardeners Club0.5 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Olivias Coffee House0.5 km
- The Forge0.5 km
- The Forage Community Project1.0 km
- The Green Tea Room0.5 km
- Vinyl Restaurant & Cafe0.4 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- P&A Gormans0.9 km
- Bits N Pizzas1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.8 km
- Jim's0.5 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- N.E. Co-Op0.5 km
- B & M Retail0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth5.4 km
- Fellgate5.8 km
- Brockley Whins6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Spout Lane0.1 km
- Washington School0.2 km
- Brindley Road0.2 km
- Brindley Road0.2 km
- Spout Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE372DD · Data under Open Government Licence