Cotswold Close is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE38 0PF is located in the Washington Central 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 Cotswold Close, Washington, NE38 0PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE38 0PE, NE38 0HB, NE38 0PG, NE38 0PB, NE38 0PQ, NE38 0JR, NE38 0PD, NE38 0JP, NE38 0HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE38 0PF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50.9% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.1% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30% | 34.6% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 43.2% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 10.8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 8.6% | 2.8% | 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 | 49% | 40% | -9.0% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 25.1% | 31.2% | 6.1% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 21.4% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 8.7% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.9% | 26.4% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 14.3% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 15.9% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.7% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 14.3% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 19.8% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 99.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.6% | 94.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 95.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cotswold Close was 91.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.5% lower than the Washington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cotswold Close has the 21st highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Washington Central and the 408th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Cotswold Close, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £135,500 | 2024-08-21 | £141,056 |
| 53 Cotswold Close, Washington, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £525 | 2023-11-03 | £518 |
| 7 Cotswold Close, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-10-06 | £136,574 |
| 35 Cotswold Close, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-10-10 | £132,937 |
| 19 Cotswold Close, Washington, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2021-10-25 | £77,612 |
NE38 0PF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 535 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Usworth Colliery Nursery School Manor Road , Sulgrave NE37 3BL | 3out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambton Primary School Caradoc Close , Lambton Village NE38 0PL | 3out of 4 | 349 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Primary Academy Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holley Park Academy Ayton Road , Oxclose NE38 0LR | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Boste Catholic Primary School Castle Road , Oxclose Village NE38 0HL | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Primary School Kirkham , Biddick Village NE38 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 495 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 | 1,518 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 2,153 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 1out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,055 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 4,763 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafting Connections CIC | Lambton Community Centre, Lambton Village Centre | 440 yd | |
| Little Coffee Bean | Washington Leisure Centre, Washington Town Centre | 661 yd | |
| Alice & Elsies Tearooms And Cafe | In Shops Unit 25, 80 | 801 yd | |
| Belta Scran | Units 110 To 112, In Shops | 801 yd | |
| Gillies Restaurant Wash Ltd | 11, The Galleries | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Highwayman | The Licensee, The Highwayman | 427 yd | |
| Ox & Plough | The Licensee, Ox And Plough | 661 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | Gala Clubs, Washington Town Centre | 850 yd | |
| Oasis | The Licensee, The Oasis | 850 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | Ayton Village Centre, Washington | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Fast Fry | Unit 1, Lambton Village Centre | 427 yd | |
| Qin | In Shops Unit 29, 80 | 801 yd | |
| Flava's | In Shops Unit 31, 80 | 801 yd | |
| Redz | The Oasis A, 10 | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 15, The Galleries | 850 yd | |
| Aldi Foodstores Ltd. | Unit C, Galleries Retail Park | 850 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury, 59 | 850 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores, The Galleries | 850 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oxclose Community Academy DILSTON CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 616 yd |
| Washington Leisure Centre (Closed) Washington Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 657 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 | 716 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 | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.