NE37 2DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Hertburn in Washington. Administratively it sits within Washington North ward and the Washington and Sunderland West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE37 2DE is 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. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NE37 2DE are sourced from Output Area E00044983 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE37 2DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE37 2DE.
273
38
£ 30,000 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE37 2DE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NE37 2DE has a significant social housing presence — 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE37 2DE. The average age is 37.8. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE37 2DE has low crime rates — 44 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
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Usworth Colliery Primary School
Usworth Colliery Nursery School
Albany Village Primary School
Wessington Primary School
Barmston Village Primary School
Marlborough Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Albany Discount Stores1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
- Nisa Barmston1.0 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Blue House Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Stella1.0 km
- The Black Bush0.6 km
- Washington Union Club0.6 km
- Speculation Inn0.5 km
- Usworth & Washington Gardeners Club0.5 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Olivias Coffee House0.6 km
- The Forge0.6 km
- The Green Tea Room0.6 km
- Vinyl Restaurant & Cafe0.5 km
- BB's Coffee House0.6 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- P&A Gormans1.0 km
- Bits N Pizzas1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.7 km
- Jim's0.5 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- N.E. Co-Op0.5 km
- B & M Retail1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Heworth5.3 km
- Fellgate5.8 km
- Brockley Whins6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Spout Lane0.1 km
- Spout Lane0.2 km
- Washington School0.2 km
- Brindley Road0.2 km
- Brindley Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE372DE · Data under Open Government Licence