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Washington Town Centre & Biddick

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About

Washington Town Centre is a key retail and commercial hub in Sunderland, featuring the Galleries shopping centre and a range of high-street stores, supermarkets, and eateries. The area is well-connected by public transport and major roads, making it a focal point for shopping and services. Nearby residential streets offer a mix of housing, from modern developments to older terraced homes, catering to a variety of lifestyles.

Biddick, located to the south of Washington Town Centre, is primarily a residential area with a mix of private and social housing. The neighbourhood includes local amenities such as schools, parks, and community centres, providing essential services for residents. Biddick also benefits from proximity to the A182 and A19, offering easy access to wider Sunderland and beyond. The area maintains a quiet, suburban feel while remaining close to the busier town centre.

Area overview

On average Washington Town Centre & Biddick has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Washington Town Centre & Biddick is £36,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Washington Town Centre & Biddick: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
25.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Washington Town Centre & Biddick Population
6,491
Population density
2,963.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,254
96.33%
Other White
72
1.11%
White and Asian (mixed)
27
0.42%
Indian
27
0.42%
Other Asian
20
0.31%
Total population: 6,492

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,141
38.31%
Owns with a mortgage
735
24.68%
Other social rented
380
12.76%
Social rents from council
349
11.72%
Private landlord or letting agency
314
10.54%
Total households: 2,978

Property prices in Washington Town Centre & Biddick

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in Washington Town Centre & Biddick area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £425,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Washington Town Centre & Biddick 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 Washington Town Centre & Biddick over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£295,000
Flats6£61,000
Semi-Detached17£166,000
Terraced17£145,000

10 years median price trend in Washington Town Centre & Biddick

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Washington Town Centre & Biddick.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.