About Bank Top

Bank Top is a residential area located in the town of Washington, within the county of Tyne and Wear, England. It lies to the north of the River Tyne, close to the border with County Durham. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes, many of which were built during the mid to late 20th century. The local environment is quiet and family-oriented, with several green spaces and parks providing recreational areas for residents. There are local shops and a primary school within walking distance, contributing to a sense of community. The postcode area NE15 covers Bank Top and surrounding neighbourhoods, and the area is well-connected by road, with access to the A19 and A180, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Bank Top

Bank Top is served by 97 schools. Sure Start Lemington Children's Centre and Hadrian School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bank Top

Property prices average £198K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £158K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bank Top

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bank Top, with 114 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bank Top

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bank Top falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bank Top

Most properties in Bank Top can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,444 sales

Average Price £198K
£480 — £11.97M
Detached £295K 759
Semi £158K 1,755
Terraced £132K 1,299
Flat £76K 440

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

58 Primary
12 Secondary
27 Other
Throckley Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Heddon-on-the-Wall, St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Walbottle Academy Secondary Good 1.3 miles Newburn Manor Nursery School Nursery Good 1.4 miles Newburn 1.4 miles Thorp Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles Ryton Community Infant School Primary Good 1.5 miles Ryton Junior School Primary 1.5 miles Talbot House Children's Charity Good 1.5 miles Newburn Manor Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Walbottle Village Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bank Top IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bank Top in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,459 Children (0-15) 19%
30,690 Working Age 61%
14,055 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.1% 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 Bank Top 471 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bank Top is above the national average when measured per capita. Anti-social behaviour dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

114 Anti-Social Behaviour
113 Violence & Sexual Offences
78 Shoplifting
41 Vehicle Crime
39 Criminal Damage & Arson
23 Public Order
15 Burglary
13 Robbery
10 Other Crime
7 Other Theft
7 Weapons
6 Drugs
3 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Northumbria Westerhope and Newburn 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

Wylam Train Station 2.1 miles
Blaydon Train Station 3 miles
Prudhoe Train Station 4 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 5 miles
Dunston Train Station 6.1 miles
Stocksfield Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Heddon-on-the-Wall 0.6 miles Throckley 0.6 miles Houghton 1.2 miles Bar Moor 1.2 miles Clara Vale 1.4 miles Ryton 1.4 miles Walbottle 1.9 miles North Walbottle 2 miles Newburn 2 miles Crawcrook 2 miles Crookhill 2 miles Callerton 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Northumberland
Ward Ponteland West
Constituency Hexham
Parish Ponteland
Region North East

Streets in NE15 30 shown View all streets

A6085 1 A69 5 Abercorn Road 1 Acorn Close 1 Adair Avenue 2 Addison Road 1 Ainderby Road 1 Aldeburgh Avenue 1 Alder Way 1 Aldwick Road 1 Allchurch 1 Allerdean Close 2 Aln Court 2 Aln Grove 2 Alnwick Street 1 Alston Gardens 2 Alverston Close 1 Ambleside 2 Antonine Walk 1 Appian Place 1 Apple Close 1 Appletree Court 1 Aquila Drive 1 Armstrong Road 6 Arundel Drive 1 Aspen Avenue 1 Aubone Avenue 1 Avalon Drive 2 Axwell Park View 3 Azalea Way 1

Postcodes in NE15 50 shown View all postcodes

NE15 0AA NE15 0AB NE15 0AD NE15 0AE NE15 0AF NE15 0AG NE15 0BG NE15 0BH NE15 0BJ NE15 0BL NE15 0BN NE15 0BP NE15 0BQ NE15 0BS NE15 0BT NE15 0BU NE15 0BW NE15 0BX NE15 0BY NE15 0BZ NE15 0DB NE15 0DD NE15 0DP NE15 0DQ NE15 0DR NE15 0DT NE15 0DU NE15 0DW NE15 0DX NE15 0DY NE15 0DZ NE15 0EA NE15 0EB NE15 0ED NE15 0EE NE15 0EF NE15 0EG NE15 0EH NE15 0EJ NE15 0EQ NE15 0EY NE15 0EZ NE15 0HA NE15 0HB NE15 0HD NE15 0HE NE15 0HF NE15 0HT NE15 0HU NE15 0HX