Hollin Hill Road is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 2DW is located in the Washington North 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 Hollin Hill Road, Washington, NE37 2DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 2DL, NE37 2DG, NE37 2DP, NE37 2DJ, NE37 2SF, NE37 2DD, NE37 2BZ, NE37 2DF, NE37 2DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE37 2DW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.9% of the population 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 | 53.8% | 58.9% | 5.1% | 51.0% | 7.9% |
| Male | 46.2% | 41.1% | -5.1% | 49.0% | -7.9% |
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 2DW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.8% 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 | 43.1% | 58.8% | 15.7% | 37.9% | 20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 15.2% | -19.2% | 44.2% | -29.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 15.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 38.7% | 51% | 12.3% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 28.9% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 13% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
In the area around NE37 2DW this area, 30.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.5% | 30.3% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 14.7% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 20.9% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 2.8% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 18% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.4% | 13.3% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -20.5% |
| Other | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.5% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.1% | 95.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.1% | 76.7% | -16.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 38.6% | 13.5% | 25.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.6% | 37.2% | 27.4% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollin Hill Road was 147.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.0% higher than the Washington North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hollin Hill Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Washington North and the 181st highest crime rate of 922 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Hollin Hill Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2025-08-04 | £84,227 |
| 66 Hollin Hill Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2011-09-26 | £66,619 |
| 74 Hollin Hill Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2010-07-09 | £80,542 |
| 72 Hollin Hill Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2007-01-19 | £100,577 |
The percentage of student residents living in NE37 2DW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 907 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,308 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | - not rated | 5,259 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Village Primary School Hill Rise , NE38 7NJ | - not rated | 406 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Washington RC School Village Lane , NE38 7HU | - not rated | 729 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Washington Village Lane , NE38 7HU | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Primary School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 907 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmston Infant School Westerhope Road , Barmston Centre NE38 8JA | - not rated | 1,095 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington School Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | - not rated | 341 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth School Heworth Road , NE37 2NF | - not rated | 1,751 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 3out of 4 | 2,092 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick School Sports College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | - not rated | 2,092 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | - not rated | 5,295 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 3out of 4 | 5,346 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moordale Academy Tower Road , Washington NE37 2SH | - not rated | 391 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NN | - not rated | 1,605 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NL | - not rated | 1,669 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | - not rated | 1,887 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Catering CIC (@ Willow Brook) | Willow Brook, Spout Lane | 355 yd | |
| CafeK9 | Unit 3, Concord House | 475 yd | |
| Bombay Barn | 23, Front Street | 529 yd | |
| Order #17 | 17 Speculation Place, Concord | 541 yd | |
| Roma | 18 Front Street, Concord | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usworth & Washington Gardeners Club | Usworth Gardeners Club, Industrial Road | 399 yd | |
| The Steps | The Steps 49, 47 | 523 yd | |
| New Tavern | Speculation Inn, 13 | 543 yd | |
| Speculation Inn | The Licensee, Speculation Inn | 543 yd | |
| The Middle Inn | 10, Speculation Place | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim's | Jim's, 31 Woodland Terrace | 470 yd | |
| Cactus Pizzeria | 21 - 22 Speculation Place, Concord | 527 yd | |
| Tasty Wok | 20 Front Street, Concord | 532 yd | |
| Old Town Chinese | Old Town Chinese, 18 Speculation Place | 533 yd | |
| Ping On Chinese Takeaway | 46, Valley Forge | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| N.E. Co-Op | Victoria Place, Spout Lane | 593 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | Arndale House, 9 Victoria Road | 679 yd | |
| B & M Retail | 1 The Peel Centre, Glover | 873 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse, 2 The Peel Centre | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 358 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 452 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 463 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 533 yd |
| Atlas Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 535 yd |
| The Washington Millennium Centre WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY THE OVAL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 821 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Washington) THE PEEL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 898 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 | 178.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 261.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.