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About

Washington West is a residential area in Sunderland, known for its mix of housing types, including detached homes, semis, and terraces. The ward features several local amenities, such as schools, parks, and shopping facilities, catering to everyday needs. It is well-connected by road, with the A1231 providing easy access to Sunderland city centre and nearby towns.

The area includes green spaces like Herrington Country Park, offering walking trails and recreational activities. Washington West has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities supporting residents. The ward balances suburban living with practical conveniences, making it a popular choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Washington West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Washington West is £36,271 per year. There are 4 schools in Washington West: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
22.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Washington West Population
11,390
Population density
1,763.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,953
96.16%
Other White
112
0.98%
Indian
57
0.5%
White and Asian (mixed)
34
0.3%
Other Asian
29
0.25%
Total population: 11,390

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,739
35.05%
Owns with a mortgage
1,536
30.96%
Other social rented
572
11.53%
Social rents from council
531
10.7%
Private landlord or letting agency
480
9.68%
Total households: 4,961

Property prices in Washington West

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £157,000 in Washington West area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,680 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Washington West 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 West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£280,500
Flats5£75,000
Semi-Detached41£163,000
Terraced33£135,000

10 years median price trend in Washington West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Washington West.

All postcodes in Washington West

NE371SU

Waldridge Close

NE371BY

Wellburn Road

NE371EZ

Cragside Road

NE371TE

Ravenstone

NE371HB

Parsons Road

NE371HP

Rushyrig

NE371HR

Rushyrig

NE371EN

Serlby Close

NE371LF

Knoulberry

NE371LH

Armstrong Road

NE97RY

Springwell Road

NE97RH

Beech Grove

NE97RJ

Fell Road

NE371AQ

Blue House Lane

NE371BH

Brandy Lane

NE371DT

Donvale Road

NE371GB

Pheasantmoor

NE371JQ

Knoulberry

NE371JY

Craggyknowe

NE371RP

Bassenfell Court

NE371UQ

Albany and Blackfell

NE379ED

Albany and Blackfell

NE97RP

Fell Road

NE97SQ

Railway Close

NE97QY

Shelley Avenue

NE97NL

Charlbury Close

NE371BP

Albany and Blackfell

NE371NP

Coach Road

NE371PG

The Farthings

NE97PL

Springwell & Usworth

NE371EJ

High Croft

NE371AT

Fell Close

NE379BX

Windlass Lane

NE371AF

London Avenue

NE371BE

Windlass Lane

NE371JL

Knoulberry

NE371RW

Boystones Court

NE371SA

Penyghent Way

NE371SB

Dairnbrook

NE371UB

Windlass Lane

NE371WQ

Windlass Lane

NE97ST

Winston Court

NE97SD

Springwell Road

NE97PQ

Springwell & Usworth

NE97PY

Peareth Hall Road

NE371SY

Tor Mere Close

NE371AE

Bristol Avenue

NE371AU

Crossgill

NE371AY

Brandy Lane

NE371BG

Burnway

NE371BU

Saddleback

NE371HN

Stridingedge

NE371NB

Esthwaite

NE371QD

Albany and Blackfell

NE379DJ

Windlass Lane

NE97RD

Beech Grove

NE97QL

Springwell & Usworth

NE97NQ

Heugh Hill

DH31RE

Springwell Road

NE371BD

Windlass Lane

NE371AP

Brackenway

NE371AB

Oxford Avenue

NE371AZ

Windlass Lane

NE371GA

Armstrong Road

NE371HU

Thirlmoor

NE371JH

Knoulberry

NE371PN

Nairn Close

NE371QW

Armstrong Road

NE371TN

Lingmell

NE97PG

Aldsworth Close

NE371AN

Blue House Court

NE371BS

Albany and Blackfell

NE371DQ

Donvale Road

NE371PF

Donkin Road

NE371PZ

Silloth Drive

NE97RF

Windsor Road

NE371PP

Armstrong Road

NE371DX

Donvale Road

NE371HJ

Stridingedge

NE371LN

Rushyrig

NE371NR

Coach Road

NE371NW

Farm Close

NE371RZ

Ingleborough Close

NE371ST

Whernside Close

NE371UX

Moorway

NE379DT

Windlass Lane

NE97FB

Mount Lane

NE97FE

Albany and Blackfell

NE97NT

Peareth Hall Road

NE97PH

Springwell & Usworth

NE97YX

Springwell Road

NE371SW

Penyghent Way

NE371DU

Donvale Road

NE371ER

Highfields Manor

NE371HG

Rushyrig

NE371HS

Rushyrig

NE371HX

Thirlmoor

NE371JU

Blackfell Road

NE371SJ

Knoulberry

NE371SN

Baugh Close

Data Sources

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