About Albany

Albany is a residential area located in the town of Washington, within the county of Tyne and Wear, in the north-east of England. It falls within the NE37 postcode area and is part of the wider metropolitan region of Gateshead. The area is primarily composed of modern housing developments, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes built during the mid to late 20th century. Albany is situated close to local amenities, including schools, shops, and recreational facilities, making it a convenient location for families. The area benefits from good transport links, with access to major roads and public transport routes connecting it to nearby towns and cities. It is known for its community-focused environment and is part of a wider network of neighbourhoods that contribute to the character of Washington.

School Ratings in Albany

Families in Albany have access to 199 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Albany

Homes sell for an average of £181K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £101K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Albany

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Albany, with 55 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Albany

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Albany around the national average for deprivation. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Albany

Albany benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,329 sales

Average Price £181K
£600 — £17M
Detached £278K 251
Semi £133K 687
Terraced £101K 830
Flat £40K 418

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

120 Primary
19 Secondary
60 Other
Albany Village Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles George Washington Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Blackfell Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Springwell Village Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Washington Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles St John Boste Catholic Primary School, Washington Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Washington (Oxclose) 0.9 miles Oxclose Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.9 miles Oxclose Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Washington (Wessington) Good 1 miles Wessington Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Washington Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Albany IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Albany are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,141 Children (0-15) 17%
18,034 Working Age 60%
9,091 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 41.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Albany 149 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Albany is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

55 Anti-Social Behaviour
37 Violence & Sexual Offences
15 Shoplifting
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Burglary
6 Other Theft
6 Other Crime
5 Vehicle Crime
3 Drugs
2 Public Order
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Northumbria Washington Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Heworth Train Station 2.9 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 4.2 miles
Dunston Train Station 4.8 miles
Manors Train Station 5 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 5.8 miles
Sunderland Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Concord 0.6 miles Oxclose 0.6 miles Blackfell 0.6 miles Donwell 0.6 miles Washington Village 0.9 miles Glebe 0.9 miles Usworth 0.9 miles Springwell 0.9 miles Sulgrave 1.2 miles Washington 1.2 miles Lambton 1.2 miles Barmston 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sunderland
Ward Washington West
Constituency Washington and Sunderland West
Parish Sunderland, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in NE37 30 shown View all streets

A1290 1 A194(M) 1 Albany Way 3 Arklecrag 2 Ashgill 1 Baird Close 1 Baltimore Court 2 Barton Close 1 Bassenfell Court 1 Baugh Close 1 Beechcroft 2 Bink Moss 4 Birkdale Close 1 Blackfell Road 2 Blackheath Close 1 Blencathra 1 Blue House Court 1 Blue House Lane 7 Borrowdale 4 Boystones Court 1 Brackenway 2 Brackley 1 Braefell Court 1 Brandy Lane 2 Bridgewater Road 1 Brindley Road 1 Brownriggs Court 1 Burnway 4 Cambridge Avenue 1 Carisbrooke Close 1

Postcodes in NE37 50 shown View all postcodes

NE37 1AA NE37 1AB NE37 1AD NE37 1AE NE37 1AF NE37 1AG NE37 1AH NE37 1AJ NE37 1AN NE37 1AP NE37 1AQ NE37 1AR NE37 1AS NE37 1AT NE37 1AU NE37 1AW NE37 1AX NE37 1AY NE37 1AZ NE37 1BB NE37 1BD NE37 1BE NE37 1BF NE37 1BG NE37 1BH NE37 1BJ NE37 1BL NE37 1BN NE37 1BP NE37 1BQ NE37 1BS NE37 1BT NE37 1BU NE37 1BW NE37 1BX NE37 1BY NE37 1BZ NE37 1DA NE37 1DB NE37 1DD NE37 1DE NE37 1DF NE37 1DG NE37 1DH NE37 1DJ NE37 1DL NE37 1DN NE37 1DP NE37 1DQ NE37 1DR