John F Kennedy Estate is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE38 7AH 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 John F Kennedy Estate, Washington, NE38 7AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE38 7AJ, NE38 7AQ, NE38 7AG, NE38 7BG, NE38 7AW, NE38 7AL, NE38 7LJ, NE38 7DB, NE38 7BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE38 7AH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 50.1% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 53.7% | 49.9% | -3.8% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE38 7AH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.1% | 23% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 54.8% | -7.6% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 8.7% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 10.7% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 46.1% | 38.7% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 39% | 37.9% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 12.7% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 7.2% | 5.7% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 | 11.8% | 15.5% | 3.7% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 8.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 14.4% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 5.1% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 18.9% | 1.5% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 36.3% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.7% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.8% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 18.4% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 98.2% | 98.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 15.2% | 6.0% | 9.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around John F Kennedy Estate was 50.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.7% lower than the Washington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
John F Kennedy Estate has the 34th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Washington Central and the 356th lowest crime rate of 922 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 John F Kennedy Estate, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2018-01-12 | £231,420 |
| 49 John F Kennedy Estate, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-09-25 | £216,844 |
| 54 John F Kennedy Estate, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2014-10-03 | £236,957 |
| 51 John F Kennedy Estate, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £184,950 | 2006-07-28 | £236,614 |
| 43 John F Kennedy Estate, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2004-07-23 | £212,780 |
NE38 7AH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7AH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 132 |
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,899 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | - not rated | 4,982 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Primary School Station Road , Columbia NE38 7AR | - not rated | 320 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John F Kennedy Primary School Station Road , Columbia NE38 7AR | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Washington RC School Village Lane , NE38 7HU | - not rated | 489 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Washington Village Lane , NE38 7HU | 3out of 4 | 489 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmston Infant School Westerhope Road , Barmston Centre NE38 8JA | - not rated | 489 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick School Sports College Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | - not rated | 1,112 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 2out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington School Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | - not rated | 1,118 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert of Newminster Roman Catholic School Biddick Lane , NE38 8AF | - not rated | 1,614 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | - not rated | 4,988 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 3out of 4 | 5,046 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 | 888 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Grange School Oxclose Road , NE38 7NY | - not rated | 888 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moordale Academy Tower Road , Washington NE37 2SH | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NN | - not rated | 2,437 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellbank School Wellbank Road , NE37 1NL | - not rated | 2,522 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Life | Washington Mind (The Life House), Grasmere Terrace | 355 yd | |
| The Forge | The Farriers Forge, The Green | 409 yd | |
| The Green Tea Room | The Green Tea Room And Florist, The Green | 409 yd | |
| The Forage Community Project | Barmston Centre, Washington | 494 yd | |
| Thats Amore Wine \& Kitchen | 13 Spout Lane, Washington | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Club - Washington Station C I U | Westwood Club, Station Road | 224 yd | |
| Cross Keys | The Licensee, Spout Lane | 433 yd | |
| Washington Arms | The Licensee, Washington Arms | 449 yd | |
| NE38 Sports Bar | NE38 Sports Bar Flat, Barmston Centre | 471 yd | |
| Washington Union Club | 14, Village Lane | 509 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| P&A Gormans | Fish And Chip Shop, Barmston Centre | 471 yd | |
| Ping On Chinese Takeaway | 46, Valley Forge | 628 yd | |
| Ritz Traditional Fish & Chips | 12 Eden Villas, Washington | 683 yd | |
| Moonlight Maries | 22 Eddison Road, Swan Industrial Estate | 712 yd | |
| May Hong | 51, 49 | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail | 1 The Peel Centre, Glover | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glebe Park WESTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 162 yd |
| Barmston Village Primary School BARMSTON CENTRE | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Biddick Academy BIDDICK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,062 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 | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.