Brindley Road is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE37 2SB 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 2005-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brindley Road, Washington, NE37 2SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE37 2SF, NE38 7LF, NE38 7HL, NE37 2DG, NE37 2DW, NE38 7HJ, NE37 2SG, NE37 2UE, NE37 2DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE37 2SB 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 2SB, 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 2SB 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 Brindley Road was 171.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.6% higher than the Washington North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brindley Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Washington North and the 177th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hargrove House, 26 Brindley Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £774,000 | 2023-06-02 | £788,825 |
| Hargrove House, 26 Brindley Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2015-10-12 | £374,907 |
The percentage of student residents living in NE37 2SB 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 | 1,156 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,149 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 5,238 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Village Lane , NE38 7HU | 3out of 4 | 488 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmston Village Primary School Barmston Centre , NE38 8JA | 3out of 4 | 923 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wessington Primary School Lanercost , NE38 7PY | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John F Kennedy Primary School Station Road , Columbia NE38 7AR | 3out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Primary School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 2out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 401 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,844 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,317 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 | 2,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 1out of 4 | 5,319 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | 4out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 4,484 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 4,867 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furrowfield School Whitehill Drive , Felling NE10 9RZ | 3out of 4 | 5,438 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Forge | The Farriers Forge, The Green | 345 yd | |
| The Green Tea Room | The Green Tea Room And Florist, The Green | 345 yd | |
| Thats Amore Wine \& Kitchen | 13 Spout Lane, Washington | 389 yd | |
| That's Amore Wine And Kitchen | 13 Spout Lane, Washington | 389 yd | |
| Olivias Coffee House | Former Aged Persons Shelter, Village Lane | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Steps | The Steps 49, 47 | 346 yd | |
| Washington Arms | The Licensee, Washington Arms | 353 yd | |
| Cross Keys | The Licensee, Spout Lane | 424 yd | |
| Washington Union Club | 14, Village Lane | 552 yd | |
| Usworth & Washington Gardeners Club | Usworth Gardeners Club, Industrial Road | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ping On Chinese Takeaway | 46, Valley Forge | 396 yd | |
| P&A Gormans | Fish And Chip Shop, Barmston Centre | 693 yd | |
| Jim's | Jim's, 31 Woodland Terrace | 726 yd | |
| Cactus Pizzeria | 21 - 22 Speculation Place, Concord | 795 yd | |
| Old Town Chinese | Old Town Chinese, 18 Speculation Place | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail | 1 The Peel Centre, Glover | 770 yd | |
| N.E. Co-Op | Victoria Place, Spout Lane | 853 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse, 2 The Peel Centre | 928 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | Arndale House, 9 Victoria Road | 929 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 498 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 571 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 790 yd |
| Atlas Gym FRONT STREET | health and fitness suite | 805 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Washington) THE PEEL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 813 yd |
| Barmston Village Primary School BARMSTON CENTRE | grass pitches | 848 yd |
| Glebe Park WESTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| The Washington Millennium Centre WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY WASHINGTON MILLENNIUM CENTRE LIBRARY THE OVAL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,087 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.