Ennerdale is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 1BP is located in the Washington West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Washington and Sunderland West. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ennerdale, Washington, NE37 1BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 1BW, NE37 1BN, NE37 1BU, NE37 1QA, NE37 1BX, NE37 1BS, NE37 1BT, NE37 1QB, NE37 1UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE37 1BP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 49.3% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.1% | 50.7% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.5% | 38.7% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 39.5% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 12.8% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41% | 31.5% | -9.5% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 39.3% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 17% | 20% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 11.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.2% | 25.9% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 17.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.2% | 16% | -8.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 7% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 19.3% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.2% | 11.9% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -21.9% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 98% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 98% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.3% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ennerdale was 179.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.6% higher than the High Fell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ennerdale has the 7th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in High Fell and the 118th highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2022-05-27 | £142,882 |
| 77 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-11-20 | £152,341 |
| 79 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2017-11-21 | £90,860 |
| 66 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2016-06-24 | £76,962 |
| 59 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2015-11-13 | £151,870 |
NE37 1BP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Village Primary School Crossgill , Albany NE37 1UA | 3out of 4 | 237 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Washington Primary School Well Bank Road , NE37 1NL | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfell Primary School Knoulberry , Blackfell NE37 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Village Lane , NE38 7HU | 3out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wessington Primary School Lanercost , NE38 7PY | 3out of 4 | 1,417 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 1out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 2,558 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AF | 3out of 4 | 2,925 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 3,333 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 2,630 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 4,324 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 4,578 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ateres Girls High School Willow Grove , Felling NE10 9PQ | - not rated | 5,221 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kylin Oriental | The Stella, Albany Village Centre | 336 yd | |
| Coffee & Co | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 693 yd | |
| BB's Coffee House | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 693 yd | |
| Community Catering CIC (@ Willow Brook) | Willow Brook, Spout Lane | 735 yd | |
| Concord Tandoori | Concord Tandoori Restaurant, 2 Victoria Place | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stella | Albany Village Centre, Washington | 440 yd | |
| Sir William De Wessyngton | The William De Wessyngton 3, 2 | 695 yd | |
| The Bird Inn | 2 - 3 Speculation Place, Concord | 802 yd | |
| The Middle Inn | 10, Speculation Place | 828 yd | |
| New Tavern | Speculation Inn, 13 | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Nicholsons Garage, Blue House Lane | 439 yd | |
| Bits N Pizzas | Unit 4, Albany Village Centre | 440 yd | |
| Donwell Chippy | 43 Durham Avenue, Donwell | 475 yd | |
| Napoli Pizza | 3 Rosse Close, Parsons | 595 yd | |
| Hot Bite | 11 Victoria Road, Concord | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | Arndale House, 9 Victoria Road | 660 yd | |
| Co-Op | 2, Parsons Road | 660 yd | |
| N.E. Co-Op | Victoria Place, Spout Lane | 763 yd | |
| Aldi | 1 Armstrong Road, Washington | 873 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Village Primary School CROSSGILL | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 669 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| The Washington Millennium Centre WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY THE OVAL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 837 yd |
| George Washington Primary School WELL BANK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 860 yd |
| Atlas Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.