Village Lane is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE38 7HS 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 Village Lane, Washington, NE38 7HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE38 7HU, NE38 7JZ, NE38 7JW, NE38 7UA, NE38 7HN, NE38 7JL, NE38 7HT, NE38 7JN, NE38 7HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE38 7HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 50.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 52.1% | 49.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 29.2% | 29.8% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 49.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 10.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 7.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.4% | 31.2% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -17.2% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 36.8% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 19.7% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 5% | 9.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 26.8% | 27% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 7.7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12.1% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 16.9% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 24.2% | -6.2% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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 | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.4% | 95.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Village Lane was 130.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.0% higher than the Washington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Village Lane has the 13th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Washington Central and the 278th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Village Lane, Washington, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2017-02-10 | £259,076 |
| Marulindern Village Lane, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2012-07-06 | £360,999 |
| Marian Village Lane, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2001-07-13 | £404,036 |
| Flat Washington Chippy, 25 Village Lane, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2000-02-23 | £251,026 |
| Marian Village Lane, Washington, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 1996-12-23 | £191,694 |
NE38 7HS 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 7HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 1,615 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 1,689 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 | 115 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wessington Primary School Lanercost , NE38 7PY | 3out of 4 | 444 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Primary School Kirkham , Biddick Village NE38 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 898 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John F Kennedy Primary School Station Road , Columbia NE38 7AR | 3out of 4 | 899 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmston Village Primary School Barmston Centre , NE38 8JA | 3out of 4 | 994 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 | 651 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 1,849 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 | 1,916 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Birtley Lane , Birtley DH3 2LP | 2out of 4 | 3,622 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,433 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 4,275 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 4,864 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 5,328 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olivias Coffee House | Former Aged Persons Shelter, Village Lane | 19 yd | |
| Thats Amore Wine \& Kitchen | 13 Spout Lane, Washington | 121 yd | |
| That's Amore Wine And Kitchen | 13 Spout Lane, Washington | 121 yd | |
| The Forge | The Farriers Forge, The Green | 297 yd | |
| The Green Tea Room | The Green Tea Room And Florist, The Green | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Union Club | 14, Village Lane | 47 yd | |
| Cross Keys | The Licensee, Spout Lane | 133 yd | |
| The Steps | The Steps 49, 47 | 172 yd | |
| The Black Bush | The Licensee, The Black Bush | 201 yd | |
| Washington Arms | The Licensee, Washington Arms | 205 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ping On Chinese Takeaway | 46, Valley Forge | 157 yd | |
| P&A Gormans | Fish And Chip Shop, Barmston Centre | 788 yd | |
| Redz | The Oasis A, 10 | 948 yd | |
| Qin | In Shops Unit 29, 80 | 961 yd | |
| Flava's | In Shops Unit 31, 80 | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Foodstores Ltd. | Unit C, Galleries Retail Park | 948 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury, 59 | 948 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores, The Galleries | 948 yd | |
| Iceland | 15, The Galleries | 948 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glebe Park WESTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Washington Academy SPOUT LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 629 yd |
| Washington Secondary School (Closed) Spout Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 647 yd |
| Barmston Village Primary School BARMSTON CENTRE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Washington Fc Ground BEVERLEY COURT | grass pitches | 925 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 | 970 yd |
| Washington Leisure Centre (Closed) Washington Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,030 yd |
| Ladyb Fitness SPOUT LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,077 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 | 82.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 82.4% |
| 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.