Brockley Whins is a residential area in South Tyneside, located near the border with Sunderland. The area is known for its proximity to the A19, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. It features a mix of housing, including semi-detached homes and terraced properties, with green spaces like West Park and Brockley Woods offering outdoor recreation. The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with local amenities including shops, schools, and a community centre.
Transport links are a key feature of Brockley Whins, with its own Tyne and Wear Metro station connecting residents to Newcastle and Sunderland. The area also benefits from nearby employment hubs, such as the Nissan plant in Washington. While primarily residential, Brockley Whins retains a sense of history, with remnants of its industrial past visible in the landscape. The blend of convenience and greenery makes it a practical choice for families and commuters.
Area overview
On average Brockley Whins has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 119 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 48.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Brockley Whins is £28,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Brockley Whins: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
119
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
48.7%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Brockley Whins Population
5,391
Population density
4,662.3 per km²
Demographics
Ethnic groups
British
5,191
96.31%
Other White
60
1.11%
White and Asian (mixed)
27
0.5%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
19
0.35%
White and Black African (mixed)
14
0.26%
Total population: 5,390
Religion
Christian
2,582
47.87%
No religion
2,496
46.27%
Not answered
243
4.51%
Other religion
30
0.56%
Muslim
27
0.5%
Total population: 5,394
Education (age 16+)
No qualifications
1,067
25.13%
Level 3 (A level)
789
18.58%
Level 4+ (Degree)
759
17.88%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
701
16.51%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
463
10.9%
Total 16+ residents: 4,246
Economic activity (age 16+)
Employed
2,111
49.73%
Retired
843
19.86%
Long-term sick or disabled
380
8.95%
Looking after home or family
294
6.93%
Other economically inactive
195
4.59%
Total 16+ residents: 4,245
Housing
Housing tenure
Social rents from council
1,171
45.74%
Owns outright
520
20.31%
Owns with a mortgage
519
20.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
229
8.95%
Other social rented
82
3.2%
Total households: 2,560
Housing type
Semi-detached
1,490
58.23%
Terraced
665
25.99%
Purpose-built flat
241
9.42%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
79
3.09%
Detached
66
2.58%
Total households: 2,559
Property prices in Brockley Whins
Based on 27 recent sales, the median property price is £120,000 in Brockley Whins area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £165,000.
Price distribution per property type (last
year)
Price distribution by property type for Brockley Whins in the last year.
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last
year)
Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Brockley Whins over the last year.
Type
Sales
Median
5th percentile
25th percentile (Lower quartile)
75th percentile (Upper quartile)
95th percentile
Flats
1
£35,000
£35,000
£35,000
£35,000
£35,000
Semi-Detached
11
£140,000
£104,500
£125,000
£146,500
£161,500
Terraced
15
£112,500
£72,005
£90,000
£123,500
£134,500
10 years median price trend
in Brockley Whins
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Brockley Whins.
