Glebe Crescent is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE38 7AW 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 Glebe Crescent, Washington, NE38 7AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE38 7DB, NE38 7AG, NE38 7DA, NE38 7BX, NE38 7BU, NE38 7AH, NE38 7BZ, NE38 7BY, NE38 7AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE38 7AW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 49.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.2% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 7AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 23.2% | 28.9% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 55.6% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 1.1% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 5% | 7.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 43% | 40.8% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 38.1% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 14% | 15.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.4% | 16.9% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 10.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 8.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 20.7% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 30.5% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.5% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98% 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% | 98% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glebe Crescent was 70.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.2% lower than the Washington Central average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Glebe Crescent has the 32nd highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Washington Central and the 412th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Glebe Crescent, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-12-10 | £446,699 |
| Mayfield Glebe Crescent, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-01-24 | £185,761 |
| 53 Glebe Crescent, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2023-06-02 | £192,347 |
| Helmdon House Glebe Crescent, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £311,000 | 2023-03-09 | £339,713 |
| Glenholme Glebe Crescent, Washington, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2023-02-03 | £195,297 |
NE38 7AW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE38 7AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 1,935 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,091 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,935 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 | 3out of 4 | 268 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmston Village Primary School Barmston Centre , NE38 8JA | 3out of 4 | 453 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Village Lane , NE38 7HU | 3out of 4 | 547 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wessington Primary School Lanercost , NE38 7PY | 3out of 4 | 730 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Primary School Kirkham , Biddick Village NE38 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 804 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washington Academy Spout Lane , NE37 2AA | 1out of 4 | 1,171 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 | 1,593 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,220 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 4,018 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 | 4,998 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 5,452 yd | Free schools | 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 | 838 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 4,465 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 4,908 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 5,095 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 5,316 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | 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 | 334 yd | |
| The Forage Community Project | Barmston Centre, Washington | 379 yd | |
| The Forge | The Farriers Forge, The Green | 506 yd | |
| The Green Tea Room | The Green Tea Room And Florist, The Green | 506 yd | |
| The Virtual Golf Centre Ltd | 10 Eddison Road, Swan Industrial Estate | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Club - Washington Station C I U | Westwood Club, Station Road | 261 yd | |
| NE38 Sports Bar | NE38 Sports Bar Flat, Barmston Centre | 377 yd | |
| Washington Arms | The Licensee, Washington Arms | 567 yd | |
| Cross Keys | The Licensee, Spout Lane | 568 yd | |
| The Victoria | The Licensee, Victoria Hotel | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| P&A Gormans | Fish And Chip Shop, Barmston Centre | 377 yd | |
| Moonlight Maries | 22 Eddison Road, Swan Industrial Estate | 558 yd | |
| Curry Hut | 7, Eddison Road | 609 yd | |
| Pizza Italia | 10, Eddison Road | 609 yd | |
| Fresh Prepare | 3, Eddison Road | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail | 1 The Peel Centre, Glover | 1,009 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse, 2 The Peel Centre | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glebe Park WESTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 217 yd |
| Barmston Village Primary School BARMSTON CENTRE | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Biddick Academy BIDDICK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,056 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Washington) THE PEEL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 1,080 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 | 98.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.5% |
| 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.