The Green is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE38 7AB 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 The Green, Washington, NE38 7AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE38 7HL, NE38 7HW, NE38 7HT, NE38 7HJ, NE38 7LE, NE38 7HN, NE38 7LF, NE38 7JW, NE38 7UA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE38 7AB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 53.8% | 52.1% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 46.2% | 47.9% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 25.6% | 22.1% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 50.5% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 14.2% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 10.9% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 40.2% | 43.6% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 34.8% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 16.2% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 21.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 6% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 14.7% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 7.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 31% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.7% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 99.7% | 99.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 98.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 64.2% | 46.2% | 18.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Green was 48.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% lower than the Washington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Green has the 31st lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Washington Central and the 278th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smee The Green, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £407,000 | 2021-03-05 | £489,865 |
| Torpenhow The Green, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2017-12-01 | £419,094 |
| The Blacksmiths Table Restaurant The Green, Washington, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-01-06 | £207,072 |
| Former Washington Green Library The Green, Washington, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2015-04-07 | £186,172 |
| Hillcroft The Green, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2009-11-27 | £380,168 |
NE38 7AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE38 7AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,501 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 1,956 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 5,231 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 | 189 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wessington Primary School Lanercost , NE38 7PY | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmston Village Primary School Barmston Centre , NE38 8JA | 3out of 4 | 762 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John F Kennedy Primary School Station Road , Columbia NE38 7AR | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Primary School Kirkham , Biddick Village NE38 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,017 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 | 652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,501 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 | 1,982 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,113 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 3,891 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 | 5,304 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 | 1,352 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 4,394 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 4,593 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 5,069 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 26 yd | |
| The Green Tea Room | The Green Tea Room And Florist, The Green | 26 yd | |
| Thats Amore Wine \& Kitchen | 13 Spout Lane, Washington | 173 yd | |
| That's Amore Wine And Kitchen | 13 Spout Lane, Washington | 173 yd | |
| Olivias Coffee House | Former Aged Persons Shelter, Village Lane | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Arms | The Licensee, Washington Arms | 72 yd | |
| Cross Keys | The Licensee, Spout Lane | 140 yd | |
| The Steps | The Steps 49, 47 | 234 yd | |
| Washington Union Club | 14, Village Lane | 311 yd | |
| The Black Bush | The Licensee, The Black Bush | 472 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ping On Chinese Takeaway | 46, Valley Forge | 288 yd | |
| P&A Gormans | Fish And Chip Shop, Barmston Centre | 540 yd | |
| Moonlight Maries | 22 Eddison Road, Swan Industrial Estate | 1,061 yd | |
| Jim's | Jim's, 31 Woodland Terrace | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail | 1 The Peel Centre, Glover | 904 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse, 2 The Peel Centre | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glebe Park WESTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Barmston Village Primary School BARMSTON CENTRE | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 700 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 725 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Washington) THE PEEL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 965 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,081 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% |
| Median download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.