Craggyknowe is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 1JY 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Craggyknowe, Washington, NE37 1JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 1JZ, NE37 1JX, NE37 1LP, NE37 1LA, NE37 1LR, NE37 1LD, NE37 1LS, NE37 1JT, NE37 1LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE37 1JY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 47.3% | 49.6% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 52.7% | 50.4% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 1JY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 24.7% | 25.1% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 51.9% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.1% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 13.1% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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 | 45.6% | 40% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 38.8% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 15.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 14.5% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.8% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.8% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8.2% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 18.8% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 35.5% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 6% | 2.5% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.2% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 98.9% | 97% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 97% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 65.3% | 46.2% | 19.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Craggyknowe was 137.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.7% lower than the High Fell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Craggyknowe has the 13th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in High Fell and the 178th highest crime rate of 696 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Craggyknowe, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-02-27 | £133,874 |
| 1 Craggyknowe, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-05-31 | £261,886 |
| 7 Craggyknowe, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £134,500 | 2024-02-12 | £147,152 |
| 7 Craggyknowe, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2023-08-17 | £122,256 |
| 8 Craggyknowe, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £156,100 | 2021-08-06 | £179,599 |
NE37 1JY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 1JY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 3,132 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackfell Primary School Knoulberry , Blackfell NE37 1HA | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Boste Catholic Primary School Castle Road , Oxclose Village NE38 0HL | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensworth Terrace Primary School Mount Pleasant Road , Birtley DH3 1AY | 4out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Primary Academy Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtley East Community Primary School Highfield , Birtley DH3 1QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,285 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 1,316 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 1out of 4 | 2,405 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 3,124 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 | 3,256 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 3,204 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 3,490 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 3,725 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 4,174 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dryden School Shotley Gardens , Low Fell NE9 5UR | 4out of 4 | 5,335 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelley's Kitchen | The Honest Boy, Knoulberry Road | 493 yd | |
| Gartlands | 10, Brockwell Road | 505 yd | |
| Hideaway Cafe | 9 Armstrong Road, Armstrong Industrial Estate | 527 yd | |
| Rok Box | 7, Armstrong Road | 547 yd | |
| It's A Small World Washington | 12 Donkin Road, Armstrong Industrial Estate | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Honest Boy | Knoulberry Road, Blackfell | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rav's Fish Bar | 150 Rushyrig, Blackfell | 570 yd | |
| Divan Khanah/Divano's | 5, Elswick Road | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 1 Armstrong Road, Washington | 790 yd | |
| Co-Op | 2, Parsons Road | 1,069 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 269.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.