Postcode Analysis Sunderland, North East

CURLEW CLOSE, NE38 0EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CURLEW CLOSE, NE38 0EH.

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Population

261

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NE38 0EH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 40, NE38 0EH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £118k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

NE38 0EH is a safe, established residential area on Curlew 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 0EH 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. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £118k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NE38 0EH are sourced from Output Area E00045015 (shared with 5 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 NE38 0EH. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 76,000

4 sales · Mean £ 87,375

Terraced

£ 107,500

4 sales · Mean £ 112,750

Flat

£ 100,000

1 sales · Mean £ 100,000

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

NE38 0EH has low crime rates — 22 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.

Violence and sexual offences35
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft7
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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Holley Park Academy

Good271 pupils0.6 km
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Lambton Primary School

Good221 pupils0.6 km
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Oxclose Community Academy

Good1138 pupils1.0 km
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Rickleton Primary School

Good439 pupils1.1 km
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Oxclose Primary Academy

Good191 pupils1.2 km
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Oxclose Nursery School

Outstanding80 pupils1.2 km
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Portobello Primary School

Good190 pupils1.2 km
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St John Boste Catholic Primary School

Good176 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Washington Premier Inn0.2 km
  • Hotel Grill Campanile0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Greggs - Washington Northbound0.7 km
  • Greggs - Washington Southbound0.7 km
  • Cod Loves A Fryer0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Highwayman0.7 km
  • Board Inn0.8 km
  • The Cherry Tree0.3 km
  • The Woodlands1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • BP North0.7 km
  • H+M Store0.8 km
  • Woodlands Pharmacy0.9 km
  • WH Smith0.7 km
  • BP South0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Costa Coffee - Northbound0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee - Southbound0.7 km
  • Burger King0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester-Le-Street4.1 km
  • Heworth7.1 km
  • Fellgate8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Dunlin Drive0.1 km
  • Dunnock Drive-Chevies0.1 km
  • Dunnock Drive-Chevies0.2 km
  • Dunnock Drive-Sandpiper Close0.2 km
  • Ayton Road0.2 km