Ennerdale is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 1BW 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 1BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 1BP, NE37 1BU, NE37 1BT, NE37 1BN, NE37 1BX, NE37 1QA, NE37 1BS, NE37 1AP, NE37 1UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE37 1BW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 52.1% | 49.8% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.2% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE37 1BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.6% | 28.8% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 51.5% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 10.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.2% | 37.6% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 35.9% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 18.5% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.5% | 25.3% | 1.8% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 12.9% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 18% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.9% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 16.7% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 16.3% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 99.3% | 97.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 97.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ennerdale was 13.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.3% lower than the High Fell average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Ennerdale has the 4th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in High Fell and the 38th lowest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-03-25 | £135,572 |
| 36 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £119,995 | 2023-03-24 | £130,801 |
| 34 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2020-03-16 | £123,310 |
| 35 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2020-02-17 | £145,585 |
| 50 Ennerdale, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2018-03-22 | £123,348 |
NE37 1BW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE37 1BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,520 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 1,679 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 | 219 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Washington Primary School Well Bank Road , NE37 1NL | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfell Primary School Knoulberry , Blackfell NE37 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Village Lane , NE38 7HU | 3out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Boste Catholic Primary School Castle Road , Oxclose Village NE38 0HL | 3out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 894 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 1,862 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 2,555 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 | 2,917 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 3,290 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 | 2,638 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 3,081 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 4,318 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 4,554 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ateres Girls High School Willow Grove , Felling NE10 9PQ | - not rated | 5,225 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 | 304 yd | |
| Coffee & Co | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 737 yd | |
| BB's Coffee House | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 737 yd | |
| Community Catering CIC (@ Willow Brook) | Willow Brook, Spout Lane | 771 yd | |
| Concord Tandoori | Concord Tandoori Restaurant, 2 Victoria Place | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stella | Albany Village Centre, Washington | 405 yd | |
| Sir William De Wessyngton | The William De Wessyngton 3, 2 | 739 yd | |
| The Bird Inn | 2 - 3 Speculation Place, Concord | 845 yd | |
| The Middle Inn | 10, Speculation Place | 871 yd | |
| New Tavern | Speculation Inn, 13 | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bits N Pizzas | Unit 4, Albany Village Centre | 405 yd | |
| Donwell Chippy | 43 Durham Avenue, Donwell | 473 yd | |
| Subway | Nicholsons Garage, Blue House Lane | 482 yd | |
| Napoli Pizza | 3 Rosse Close, Parsons | 570 yd | |
| Hot Bite | 11 Victoria Road, Concord | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 2, Parsons Road | 622 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | Arndale House, 9 Victoria Road | 704 yd | |
| N.E. Co-Op | Victoria Place, Spout Lane | 806 yd | |
| Aldi | 1 Armstrong Road, Washington | 830 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Village Primary School CROSSGILL | grass pitches | 204 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 695 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 775 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 801 yd |
| George Washington Primary School WELL BANK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 879 yd |
| The Washington Millennium Centre WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY THE OVAL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 881 yd |
| Atlas Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,003 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 | 35.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.