North Avenue is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 2LF 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 North Avenue, Washington, NE37 2LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 2LQ, NE37 2EX, NE37 2EZ, NE37 2JG, NE37 2EY, NE37 2HP, NE37 2HA, NE37 2JN, NE37 2HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE37 2LF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 57.1% | 53.8% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 42.9% | 46.2% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 2LF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.8% 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 | 46.7% | 52.8% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.2% | 27.6% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -16.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 13.1% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 5.5% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 39.5% | 37.1% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 34.3% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 20.6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 6.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 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 2LF this area, 29.1% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.2% | 29.1% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.3% | 16.1% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 20.6% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 17.1% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.6% | 13.1% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.8% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 98.4% 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% | 98.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.1% | 13.5% | 15.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.6% | 37.2% | 17.4% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Washington North average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 North Avenue, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-12-04 | £85,908 |
| 21 North Avenue, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2022-11-28 | £53,019 |
| 7 North Avenue, Washington, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2018-06-20 | £158,969 |
| 5 North Avenue, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2015-08-17 | £82,480 |
| 14 North Avenue, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2012-07-30 | £76,036 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 983 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Washington Primary School Well Bank Road , NE37 1NL | 3out of 4 | 453 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Hampshire Place , Usworth NE37 2NP | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Primary School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 2out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albany Village Primary School Crossgill , Albany NE37 1UA | 3out of 4 | 993 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Primary School Marlborough Road , Sulgrave Village NE37 3BG | 3out of 4 | 1,584 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 | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,673 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 3,108 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 | 3,530 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Hume Catholic School Old Durham Road , Beacon Lough NE9 6RZ | 4out of 4 | 3,869 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,760 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 3,049 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 4,041 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars Academy Ivy Lane , Low Fell NE9 6QD | 3out of 4 | 4,613 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ateres Girls High School Willow Grove , Felling NE10 9PQ | - not rated | 4,763 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach Road Cafe | Fountain House, Coach Road Estate | 330 yd | |
| Coffee & Co | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 402 yd | |
| BB's Coffee House | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 402 yd | |
| Concord Tandoori | Concord Tandoori Restaurant, 2 Victoria Place | 568 yd | |
| Cream Curls / King Of Fast Food | 3 West View, Concord | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sir William De Wessyngton | The William De Wessyngton 3, 2 | 526 yd | |
| The Bird Inn | 2 - 3 Speculation Place, Concord | 602 yd | |
| The Middle Inn | 10, Speculation Place | 619 yd | |
| New Tavern | Speculation Inn, 13 | 648 yd | |
| Speculation Inn | The Licensee, Speculation Inn | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Click | 5 Park Terrace, Concord | 299 yd | |
| Manhattan Pizza Company | 11, Heworth Road | 308 yd | |
| Hong Kong Takeaway | 2, Heworth Road | 308 yd | |
| Subway | Nicholsons Garage, Blue House Lane | 412 yd | |
| Hot Bite | 11 Victoria Road, Concord | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | Arndale House, 9 Victoria Road | 498 yd | |
| N.E. Co-Op | Victoria Place, Spout Lane | 579 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Washington Millennium Centre WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY THE OVAL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 389 yd |
| George Washington Primary School WELL BANK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 443 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Atlas Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 706 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Usworth School Sports Centre (Closed) Heworth Road | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 795 yd |
| Sunderland College (Washington Campus) WASHINGTON CAMPUS WASHINGTON CAMPUS STONE CELLAR ROAD | grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Albany Village Primary School CROSSGILL | grass pitches | 1,004 yd |
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,008 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,022 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 | 233.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.