Horsley Road is in Washington and in Sunderland district. NE38 8HJ is located in the Washington East 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 Horsley Road, Washington, NE38 8HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE38 8EN, NE38 8HH, NE38 8EP, NE38 8EW, NE38 8HD, NE38 8HL, NE38 8HQ, NE38 8HB, NE38 8EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE38 8HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51.6% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.3% | 48.4% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 41% | 40.8% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 35.2% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12.4% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 41.4% | 40% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 35.8% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 15.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
In the area around NE38 8HJ this area, 29.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 29.8% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 17% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 7.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 12.8% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 8.9% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 12.8% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 16.6% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -17.2% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 96.9% | 94.5% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
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 | 95.4% | 95.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 39.7% | 46.2% | -6.5% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Horsley Road was 138.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.2% higher than the Washington Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Horsley Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Washington Central and the 252nd highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154 Horsley Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2021-06-18 | £84,405 |
| 152 Horsley Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2020-10-12 | £73,986 |
| 154 Horsley Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £61,500 | 2016-03-02 | £84,685 |
| 148 Horsley Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2013-02-22 | £56,388 |
| 152 Horsley Road, Washington, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2012-04-27 | £81,419 |
NE38 8HJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 1,966 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Nursery School Brancepeth Road , Oxclose NE38 0LA | 4out of 4 | 2,967 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | 4out of 4 | 4,090 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barmston Village Primary School Barmston Centre , NE38 8JA | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John F Kennedy Primary School Station Road , Columbia NE38 7AR | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Village Lane , NE38 7HU | 3out of 4 | 1,289 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wessington Primary School Lanercost , NE38 7PY | 3out of 4 | 1,598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Primary School Kirkham , Biddick Village NE38 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,639 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 | 1,628 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Academy Biddick Lane , NE38 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,682 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 | 2,166 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxclose Community Academy Dilston Close , Oxclose Village NE38 0LN | 3out of 4 | 3,098 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Enterprise Academy Cartwright Road , SR5 3DX | 3out of 4 | 4,361 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,161 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 2out of 4 | 4,623 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 | 1,136 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Ferryboat Lane , SR5 3RL | - not rated | 3,594 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy New Bridge Craigshaw Road , SR5 3NF | 1out of 4 | 4,304 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North View Academy St. Lukes Road , South Hylton SR4 0HB | 3out of 4 | 4,442 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Wealcroft , Felling NE10 8LT | 3out of 4 | 5,351 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Forage Community Project | Barmston Centre, Washington | 558 yd | |
| Asda ADC- Staff Canteen | Wincanton Logistics Retail, Asda Distribution Centre | 566 yd | |
| McDonalds | McDonald's, The Peel Centre | 632 yd | |
| ASDA NEC - Staff Canteen | Walton Road, Pattison North Industrial Estate | 633 yd | |
| Clays Garden Centre - Coffee Shop | 5, The Peel Centre | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NE38 Sports Bar | NE38 Sports Bar Flat, Barmston Centre | 613 yd | |
| Washington Station Celtic Club | Henrietta House, Station Road | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| P&A Gormans | Fish And Chip Shop, Barmston Centre | 613 yd | |
| Moonlight Maries | 22 Eddison Road, Swan Industrial Estate | 689 yd | |
| Curry Hut | 7, Eddison Road | 757 yd | |
| Pizza Italia | 10, Eddison Road | 757 yd | |
| Fresh Prepare | 3, Eddison Road | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Company Shop | Units 1-2, Walton Road | 566 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | The Food Warehouse, 2 The Peel Centre | 632 yd | |
| B & M Retail | 1 The Peel Centre, Glover | 724 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barmston Village Primary School BARMSTON CENTRE | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Washington) THE PEEL CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 766 yd |
| Glebe Park WESTWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,086 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 | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.