NE38 0EW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Glenholme Close, 0.1km from Ayton in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington South ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
For families considering a move, NE38 0EW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, down 13.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE38 0EW are sourced from Output Area E00045005 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLENHOLME CLOSE, NE38 0EW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLENHOLME CLOSE, NE38 0EW.
242
50
£ 38,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE38 0EW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NE38 0EW — age 50, 75% ownership, 7% 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 down 13.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE38 0EW. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 250,000
7 sales · Mean £ 249,992
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE38 0EW has low crime rates — 18 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
Oxclose Community Academy
Lambton Primary School
Oxclose Nursery School
Oxclose Primary Academy
St John Boste Catholic Primary School
Portobello Primary School
Blackfell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- BP North0.7 km
- H+M Store0.7 km
- WH Smith0.7 km
- Lambton Village Store0.7 km
- BP South0.7 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Washington Premier Inn0.6 km
- Hotel Grill Campanile0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Ox & Plough0.7 km
- The Highwayman0.7 km
- Board Inn0.7 km
- The Cherry Tree0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Burger King0.7 km
- Canford Audio0.6 km
- Costa Coffee - Northbound0.7 km
- Costa Coffee - Southbound0.7 km
- Hard as Rock0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greggs - Washington Southbound0.7 km
- Greggs - Washington Northbound0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chester-Le-Street4.5 km
- Heworth6.7 km
- Fellgate8.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ayton Road0.1 km
- Ayton Road0.1 km
- Dunlin Drive0.1 km
- Ayton Road0.2 km
- Dunlin Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE380EW · Data under Open Government Licence