Tyne Gardens is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 2RA 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 Tyne Gardens, Washington, NE37 2RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 2RE, NE37 2QY, NE37 2QZ, NE37 2QP, NE37 2QX, NE37 2QW, NE37 2QR, NE37 2QN, NE37 2RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE37 2RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58% | 51.5% | -6.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 42% | 48.5% | 6.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 2RA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.9% 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 | 51.3% | 51.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | 14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.4% | 15% | -11.4% | 44.2% | -29.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 19.4% | 7.2% | 9.1% | 10.3% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 8.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 38.5% | 30.9% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -17.5% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 40.8% | 9.5% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 16.2% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 8.9% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32% | 27.2% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.4% | 10.8% | -12.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 17.1% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 8.9% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 13.3% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 19.6% | 11.5% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.2% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 99.6% | 95.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 95.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.6% | 37.2% | 19.4% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tyne Gardens was 85.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.0% lower than the Washington North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tyne Gardens has the 20th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Washington North and the 380th highest crime rate of 922 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 966.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Tyne Gardens, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2024-10-31 | £65,010 |
| 71 Tyne Gardens, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2024-09-13 | £58,002 |
| 69 Tyne Gardens, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2023-03-17 | £85,602 |
| 58 Tyne Gardens, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2022-05-18 | £73,117 |
| 67 Tyne Gardens, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2020-10-06 | £77,469 |
NE37 2RA 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 | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 413 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,804 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Hampshire Place , Usworth NE37 2NP | - not rated | 372 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Washington Hampshire Place , Usworth NE37 2NP | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Primary School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 413 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Donwell Primary School Coach Road Estate , NE37 2ER | - not rated | 695 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Washington Primary School Well Bank Road , NE37 1NL | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usworth School Heworth Road , NE37 2NF | - not rated | 758 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 2out of 4 | 954 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington School Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | - not rated | 954 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community School Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | - not rated | 2,989 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | - not rated | 2,989 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 | 998 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NL | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moordale Academy Tower Road , Washington NE37 2SH | - not rated | 1,154 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | - not rated | 2,880 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cream Curls / King Of Fast Food | 3 West View, Concord | 399 yd | |
| Coffee & Co | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 420 yd | |
| BB's Coffee House | BB's Coffee Shop, Victoria Road | 420 yd | |
| Roma | 18 Front Street, Concord | 439 yd | |
| Bombay Barn | 23, Front Street | 465 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Middle Inn | 10, Speculation Place | 467 yd | |
| The Bird Inn | 2 - 3 Speculation Place, Concord | 472 yd | |
| New Tavern | Speculation Inn, 13 | 474 yd | |
| Speculation Inn | The Licensee, Speculation Inn | 474 yd | |
| Sir William De Wessyngton | The William De Wessyngton 3, 2 | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Click | 5 Park Terrace, Concord | 169 yd | |
| Manhattan Pizza Company | 11, Heworth Road | 436 yd | |
| Hong Kong Takeaway | 2, Heworth Road | 436 yd | |
| Classic Pizza | 6, 5 | 440 yd | |
| Shopna Tandoori The | 12, Front Street | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| N.E. Co-Op | Victoria Place, Spout Lane | 483 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | Arndale House, 9 Victoria Road | 503 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 | 269 yd |
| Atlas Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 459 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 544 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Usworth School Sports Centre (Closed) Heworth Road | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 762 yd |
| Sunderland College (Washington Campus) WASHINGTON CAMPUS WASHINGTON CAMPUS STONE CELLAR ROAD | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| George Washington Primary School WELL BANK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 885 yd |
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 982 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,044 yd |
| Northumbria Sports Centre (Closed) Stephenson Road | grass pitches | 1,074 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 | 158.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.