Esthwaite is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 1NB 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 2005-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Esthwaite, Washington, NE37 1NB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 1RT, NE37 1UX, NE37 1RL, NE37 1NA, NE37 1UU, NE37 1RS, NE37 1RP, NE37 1RN, NE37 1US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE37 1NB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 53.7% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 46.3% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE37 1NB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.2% | 48.6% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 32.5% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.9% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 44.8% | 44.7% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 30.9% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 16.8% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 15.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 26.4% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 13.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 18.8% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.6% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 14% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 15.6% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -18.2% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 93.5% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97% | 96.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.4% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.5% | 37.2% | 23.3% |
| Christian | 33% | 46.2% | -13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Esthwaite was 181.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.9% higher than the High Fell average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Esthwaite has the 4th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in High Fell and the 86th highest crime rate of 692 local areas in Gateshead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Esthwaite, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,999 | 2023-11-14 | £264,388 |
| 20 Esthwaite, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2015-11-25 | £232,874 |
| 20 Esthwaite, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2010-04-29 | £228,061 |
| 20 Esthwaite, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £177,000 | 2005-04-29 | £258,203 |
| 19 Esthwaite, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £124,950 | 2005-04-29 | £182,274 |
NE37 1NB area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 946 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Junior School Crossgill , Albany NE37 1UA | - not rated | 602 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Infant School Crossgill , Albany Village NE37 1UA | - not rated | 602 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Village Primary School Crossgill , Albany NE37 1UA | 3out of 4 | 602 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Boste Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Castle Road , Oxclose Village NE38 0HL | - not rated | 713 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Boste Catholic Primary School, Washington Castle Road , Oxclose Village NE38 0HL | 4out of 4 | 713 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 2out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington School Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | - not rated | 1,123 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community School Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 3out of 4 | 1,907 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NN | - not rated | 1,591 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NL | - not rated | 1,696 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moordale Academy Tower Road , Washington NE37 2SH | - not rated | 1,783 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muffin Break | Mall Cafe B, The Galleries | 462 yd | |
| KFC | The Galleries, Washington Town Centre | 462 yd | |
| A M F Bowling | Washington Town Centre, Washington | 462 yd | |
| Am Coffee | 47, 46 | 462 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit V And, 31 | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stella | Albany Village Centre, Washington | 421 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | Gala Clubs, Washington Town Centre | 462 yd | |
| Oasis | The Licensee, The Oasis | 462 yd | |
| The Black Bush | The Licensee, Village Lane | 679 yd | |
| The Honest Boy | Knoulberry Road, Blackfell | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bits N Pizzas | Unit 4, Albany Village Centre | 421 yd | |
| Redz | The Oasis A, 10 | 462 yd | |
| Qin | In Shops Unit 29, 80 | 526 yd | |
| Flava's | In Shops Unit 31, 80 | 526 yd | |
| Rav's Fish Bar | 150 Rushyrig, Blackfell | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Foodstores Ltd. | Unit C, Galleries Retail Park | 462 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury, 59 | 462 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores, The Galleries | 462 yd | |
| Iceland | 15, The Galleries | 462 yd | |
| Aldi | 1 Armstrong Road, Washington | 821 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Village Primary School CROSSGILL | grass pitches | 616 yd |
| Washington Leisure Centre (Closed) Washington Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 765 yd |
| Washington Leisure Centre WASHINGTON LEISURE CENTRE ADMINISTRATIVE WASHINGTON LEISURE CENTRE ADMINISTRATIVE WASHINGTON TOWN CENTRE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 765 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 983 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 | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 179.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.