NE37 1UP is a safe, established residential area on Swirral Edge, 0.8km from Albany in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington West ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
For families considering a move, NE37 1UP represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £158k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 1.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NE37 1UP are sourced from Output Area E00045057 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SWIRRAL EDGE, NE37 1UP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWIRRAL EDGE, NE37 1UP.
295
45
£ 35,000 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE37 1UP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
NE37 1UP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 1.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE37 1UP. The average age is 44.5. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 141,000
13 sales · Mean £ 144,692
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE37 1UP has low crime rates — 43 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
Washington Academy
Albany Village Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Wessington Primary School
George Washington Primary School
Usworth Colliery Nursery School
Usworth Colliery Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Albany Discount Stores0.5 km
- Donwell Off Licence \& Newsagent0.8 km
- Savers Drugstores1.0 km
- Cooplands1.0 km
- Game1.0 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Stella0.5 km
- Buzz Bingo1.0 km
- The Black Bush0.5 km
- Washington Union Club0.8 km
- Speculation Inn0.6 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- A M F Bowling1.0 km
- Costa1.0 km
- KFC1.0 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd1.0 km
- Olivias Coffee House0.8 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-Op0.9 km
- Iceland1.0 km
- Aldi Foodstores Ltd.1.0 km
- Asda1.0 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Bits N Pizzas0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.6 km
- Jim's0.9 km
- Manhattan Pizza Company0.6 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth5.1 km
- Fellgate6.0 km
- Chester-Le-Street6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Albany Way0.3 km
- Albany Way - Windlass Lane0.3 km
- Washington School0.4 km
- Brandy Lane-Club0.4 km
- Brandy Lane-Club0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NE371UP · Data under Open Government Licence