NE37 1PX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Wentworth Drive, 0.5km from Usworth, High in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington West ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE37, NE37 1PX offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £499k.
Census 2021 statistics for NE37 1PX are sourced from Output Area E00045073 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WENTWORTH DRIVE, NE37 1PX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WENTWORTH DRIVE, NE37 1PX.
388
52
£ 40,600 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE37 1PX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NE37 1PX's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £499k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £499k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE37 1PX. The average age is 52.4. 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
£ 408,500
14 sales · Mean £ 426,049
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE37 1PX has low crime rates — 16 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
George Washington Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Usworth Colliery Nursery School
Usworth Colliery Primary School
Springwell Village Primary School
Albany Village Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Blue Bell0.4 km
- Wessington0.6 km
- Legends0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The New Golden Wok0.6 km
- Pizza Click0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- George Washington County Hotel0.5 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Awan Store0.6 km
- Donwell Village Store0.6 km
- Marshalls0.7 km
- Washington Wine & Convenience0.7 km
- Clifton Stores0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Rayovac UK Limited0.9 km
- Washington Army Reserve Centre0.9 km
- Cuppa Joe0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth3.6 km
- Fellgate4.7 km
- Brockley Whins5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Coach Road-Estate Entrance0.3 km
- Coach Road-Blue Bell0.4 km
- Coach Road-Blue Bell0.4 km
- Coach Road Estate-Number 730.4 km
- Coach Road-Peacehaven Court0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE371PX · Data under Open Government Licence