NE38 0DX is a safe, established residential area on Glencarron Close, 0.3km from Ayton in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington South ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
For families considering a move, NE38 0DX represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 44.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE38 0DX are sourced from Output Area E00045001 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLENCARRON CLOSE, NE38 0DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLENCARRON CLOSE, NE38 0DX.
258
44
£ 38,900 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NE38 0DX — age 44, 86% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 44.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE38 0DX. The average age is 43.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 152,500
2 sales · Mean £ 152,500
Semi-Detached
£ 131,250
2 sales · Mean £ 131,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE38 0DX has low crime rates — 15 incidents 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
Holley Park Academy
Lambton Primary School
Oxclose Community Academy
Oxclose Nursery School
Oxclose Primary Academy
St John Boste Catholic Primary School
Blackfell Primary School
Portobello Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- BP North0.9 km
- H+M Store1.0 km
- WH Smith0.9 km
- Lambton Village Store0.5 km
- BP South0.9 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Washington Premier Inn0.7 km
- Hotel Grill Campanile0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Ox & Plough0.6 km
- The Highwayman0.5 km
- Board Inn1.0 km
- The Cherry Tree0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Burger King0.9 km
- Canford Audio0.8 km
- Costa Coffee - Northbound0.9 km
- Costa Coffee - Southbound0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greggs - Washington Southbound0.9 km
- Greggs - Washington Northbound0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street4.6 km
- Heworth6.7 km
- Fellgate8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Ayton Road0.2 km
- Ayton Road0.2 km
- Ayton Road0.2 km
- Ayton Road0.3 km
- Dunlin Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE380DX · Data under Open Government Licence