About Usworth

Usworth is a village located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the NE37 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, offering a mix of modern housing and some older properties. The village is situated near the larger town of Washington, providing easy access to various amenities and services. The local community is served by a few shops and schools, making it a practical choice for families. Usworth is also close to several parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. The area is well-connected by public transport, allowing for convenient travel to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Usworth

There are 221 schools in and around Usworth. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Usworth

The average property price is £181K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £101K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Usworth

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Usworth, with 55 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Usworth

Usworth sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Usworth

Broadband speeds in Usworth are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. 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

137 Primary
19 Secondary
65 Other
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Washington Primary Good 0.2 miles George Washington Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Usworth Colliery Nursery School Nursery Good 0.5 miles Usworth Colliery Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Washington Good 0.7 miles Marlborough Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Washington Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.9 miles Albany Village Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Springwell Village Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Washington Primary Good 1.2 miles Roman Road Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Washington (Wessington) Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Usworth IMD 2025

Usworth sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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 Usworth 149 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Usworth sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

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 2.5 miles
Manors Train Station 4.9 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 5 miles
Dunston Train Station 5 miles
Sunderland Train Station 5.8 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Donwell 0.6 miles Concord 0.6 miles Sulgrave 0.9 miles Washington 0.9 miles Albany 0.9 miles Springwell 1.2 miles Follingsby 1.2 miles Washington Village 1.2 miles Glebe 1.2 miles Barmston 1.4 miles Oxclose 1.4 miles Blackfell 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