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Washington, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Washington is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 53,526. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
53,526 Population 923/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
38.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,585 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$41,585 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$178,727 home value, $1,040/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population53,526
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density923/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,585
Per Capita$41,585
Unemployment7.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$178,727
Rent$1,040
Ownership58.5%
Housing Units21,410

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+41.7%

Community

Population53,526
Population Density923 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates54.9000°, -1.5167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (981 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$41,585
Median Age43.2 years

About Washington

Washington is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 53,526. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Washington has a population of 53,526 with a density of 923 people per square mile, spread across 58.0 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly Asian (3.9%), with 2% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 4.8% of the population are veterans. 8.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

53,526
Total Population
923
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above United Kingdom avg
58.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Washington vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Washington is $41,585, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,585. The average weekly wage is $800, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 4,871 business establishments. 23.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Washington vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$41,585
45% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$41,585
Avg Weekly Wage$800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)4,871

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit8.1%
Work from Home23.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington is $178,727, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 58.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 21,410 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,727
37% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,040
11% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.5%
Owner-Occupied58.5%
Renter-Occupied41.5%
Housing Units21,410

Property Tax

Climate in Washington

Washington has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.6°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 825 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.3°C / 42°F 1° / 10.8° 66.9
Feb 6.1°C / 43°F 1.2° / 11.3° 65.7
Mar 6.5°C / 44°F 1.8° / 12.7° 58.1
Apr 7.5°C / 46°F 2.1° / 13.9° 40.9
May 10.7°C / 51°F 5.1° / 16.5° 49.1
Jun 13.5°C / 56°F 8.2° / 20.3° 56.0
Jul 15.4°C / 60°F 10.7° / 21.9° 74.8
Aug 15.6°C / 60°F 10.9° / 21.1° 65.2
Sep 13.7°C / 57°F 8.1° / 20.3° 72.0
Oct 11°C / 52°F 6.2° / 15.7° 103.3
Nov 8.3°C / 47°F 2.9° / 13.4° 78.3
Dec 6.5°C / 44°F 2° / 11.5° 95.2
Washington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area58.0 sq mi (150.1 km²)
Population Density923/sq mi
Coordinates54.9000°N, 1.5167°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.6"
2% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 127 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 82 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 113 km
Jul 5, 2004 5 km WNW of Lund, United Kingdom M3.0 122 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 137 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 38 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 84 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Wettest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in

Washington has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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24.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below United Kingdom avg
High School+41.7%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density923/sq mi
Total Area58.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit8.1%
Work from Home23.4%

Schools in Washington

27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Biddick Primary School
Harry Watts Academy (Harraton Site)
South Hylton Primary Academy
Wessington Primary School
Washington Academy
Usworth Colliery Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Springwell Village Primary School
Marlborough Primary School
Lambton Primary School
John F Kennedy Primary School
George Washington Primary School
Blackfell Primary School
Barnwell Academy
Barmston Village Primary School
Columbia Grange School
St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College
Biddick Academy
Fatfield Academy
Albany Village Primary School
St John Boste Catholic Primary School
Oxclose Primary Academy
Oxclose Community Academy
Holley Park Academy
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School
New Penshaw Academy
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Radio Stations near Washington

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dance Revolution MP3 192 kbps
Aycliffe Radio local radio MP3 128 kbps
NUFC Talk Radio football, soccer MP3 96 kbps
Amazing Radio UK electronica, hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Spark FM MP3 320 kbps
First radio bounce northeast club dance AAC
Zetland FM pop MP3 128 kbps
CVFM MP3 320 kbps
Prince Bishops Hospital Radio AAC 48 kbps
frisk radio groove northeast groove AAC
Amazing Radio electronica, hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Hartlepool MP3 64 kbps
Amazing Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Stitch hospital radio MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Tyne & Wear easy listening, newcastle MP3 128 kbps
Kearney FM community radio, local news MP3 128 kbps
Frisk radio bounce northeast bounce AAC
Frisk Radio AAC
Pride Radio (US) iheartradio, pride AAC 24 kbps
Radio Northumberland MP3 128 kbps
Lionheart Radio community, community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Washington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anglo-Saxon Farm and Village
Arbeia Roman Fort Museum
Beamish Museum
Bede Museum
Bowes Railway
Centre for Life
Charge!
Discovery Museum
Durham Cathedral Museum
Durham Mining Museum
Durham Museum Pop-Up Shop
East Durham Heritage and Lifeboat Centre
Faith Museum
Fans Museum
Fulwell Windmill visitor centre
Great North Museum: Hancock
Mining Institute
Newburn Hall Motor Museum
Newcastle Castle
North East Land, Sea and Air Museums
Old Lowlight Heritage Centre
Oriental Museum
Path Head Watermill
Ryhope Engines Museum
Segedunum
Souter Lighthouse
South Shields Museum & Art Gallery
Stephenson Railway Museum
Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens
The Bishops
The Black Gate
The Donnison School
The Story
Tithe Barn
Washington F Pit Museum
Washington Old Hall
Watch House Museum
Wheatley Hill Heritage Centre

Libraries in Washington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Annfield Plain Library0.0
Archives and Special Collections Library0.0
Barker Research Library0.0
Battle Hill Library0.0
Battle Hill Library0.0
Bedlington Library and Community Hub0.0
Bedlington Station Library0.0
Belmont Library0.0
Bill Bryson Library0.0
Birtley Library0.0
Birtley Library0.0
Bishop Auckland Library0.0
Bishop Cosin's Library0.0
Blackhall Library0.0
Blaydon Library0.0
Blaydon Library0.0
Blyth Library0.0
Boldon Lane Community Library0.0
Bowburn Library0.0
Brandon Library0.0
Bunny Hill Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chester-le-Street Library0.0
Chilton Library0.0
City Library0.0
Cleadon Park Library0.0
Cramlington Library0.0
Crook Library0.0
Cullercoats Library0.0
Denton Burn Library0.0
Dinnington Library0.0
Durham Clayport Library0.0
Easington Colliery Library0.0
Easington Lane Library0.0
East Boldon Library0.0
East End Library0.0
East End Library And Customer Hub0.0
Fawdon Community Library0.0
Felling Library0.0
Felling Library0.0
Fenham Library0.0
Fenham Library0.0
Ferryhill Library0.0
Forest Hall Library0.0
Fulwell Community Library0.0
Gateshead Central Library0.0
Gateshead Central Library0.0
Gosforth Library, Learning Centre And Customer Information Zone0.0
Hetton Centre Library0.0
High Heaton Library0.0
Horden Library0.0
Houghton-le-Spring Library And Learning Centre0.0
Howdon Library & Family Learning Centre0.0
Jarrow Library0.0
Jesmond Library0.0
John Wille Sams Centre0.0
John Wille Sams Centre0.0
Kayll Road Library0.0
Lanchester Library0.0
Langley Park Library0.0
Leam Lane Library0.0
Leam Lane Library0.0
Lit & Phil0.0
Lobley Hill Library0.0
Lobley Hill Library0.0
Low Fell Library0.0
Lowe Library0.0
Monkseaton Library0.0
Multilingual Library0.0
Newburn Library0.0
Newburn Library0.0
Newcastle College Library0.0
Newton Hall Library0.0
North Shields Library0.0
Northumbria University Library0.0
Oxford Centre0.0
Palace Green Library0.0
Pelaw Library0.0
Pelton Library0.0
Peterlee Library0.0
Philip Robinson Library0.0
Rowlands Gill Library0.0
Ryton Library0.0
Ryton Library0.0
Seaham Library0.0
Seaton Sluice Library0.0
Sedgefield Library0.0
Shiremoor Library0.0
South Moor Library0.0
St John's College Learning Resource Centre0.0
St Peter's Library0.0
St. Peter's Library0.0
The Murray Library0.0
The Old Library0.0
The Word0.0
Thornley Library0.0
Ushaw Library0.0
Victor Watts Library0.0
Walker Library0.0
Walker Library0.0
Walker Library0.0
Wallsend Library0.0
Wallsend Library0.0
Washington Library0.0
Washington Library0.0
Whitburn Library0.0
Whitley Bay Library0.0
Wideopen Library0.0
Willington Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Washington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Durham Indoor Market
Grainger Market
Jackie White's Market
Jacky White's Market
Jesmond Food Market
Jesmond Food Market
Newcastle Farmers' Market
Newcastle Farmers' Market
Quayside Market
Quayside Market
Seaham Car Boot Sale
South Shields Market

Hotels in Washington

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

George Washington Hotel Golf and Spa
Holiday Inn
Premier Inn
The Reston Hotel
Travelodge
Travelodge

Restaurants in Washington

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clarabell’s Deli & Pizzeria
Concord Tandoori Restaurant
Fiume
Joy
Kylin Oriental
Penshaw Tandoori
Ristorante Fiume And River Bar
The Forge
The Prospect
The Reston Hotel

Cafes in Washington

18 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arts Centre Cafe
Asda Café
Cafe K9
Costa
Costa
Costa
Costa
Elm Tree Farm Tearoom
Gillies
Love Lily Herrington Park
Miss Tina's Coffee Shop
Muffin Break
Old School House Kitchen Coxgreen
Olivia's
Penshaw Tea Room
Starbucks
The New Plough
Tim Hortons

Monuments in Washington

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Penshaw Monument

Dentists in Washington

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Washington

3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Croft Veterinary Surgery
Dragon Veterinary Centre
Vets4Pets

Bus Stations in Washington

4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Concord Bus Station
GB #1281446437
L&G Coaches
Washington Galleries Bus Station

Gas Stations in Washington

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
BP
BP
GB #369552834
GB #402148781
Jet
Sainsbury's

Banks in Washington

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank

Shopping Malls in Washington

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Galleries

Gyms in Washington

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PureGym

Golf Courses in Washington

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

George Washington Hotel Golf and Spa
Wearside Golf Club

Breweries in Washington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anarchy Brewery and Taproom
Big Lamp Brewery
Brinkburn Street Brewery
Brinkburn Street Brewery
Firebrick Brewers
Hill Island Brewery
Leamside Brewery
Maxim Brewery
Mordue Brewery
Mordue Brewery
S43 Brewery
Three Kings Brewery
Two By Two Brewing
Two By Two Brewing
Tyne Bank Brewery
Vaux Brewery
Wylam Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Washington

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Washington

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle International AirportNCLLarge Airport
RAF LeemingMedium Airport
RAF TopcliffeMedium Airport
Teesside International AirportMMEMedium Airport
Athey's Moor AirfieldSmall Airport
Bagby Thirsk AirfieldSmall Airport
Baxby-Husthwaite AirfieldSmall Airport
Boon Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bywell AirfieldSmall Airport
Causey Park Airstrip ULSmall Airport
Charlton Mires AirstripSmall Airport
Croft Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Currock Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
Dishforth Village AirfieldSmall Airport
Druridge Bay AirstripSmall Airport
Eshott AirfieldSmall Airport
Ewesley AirstripSmall Airport
Felixkirk AirstripSmall Airport
Fishburn AirfieldSmall Airport
Greenhills Farm AirstripSmall Airport
High Flats Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hutton Grange Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lartington Moor AirstripSmall Airport
Loadman Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lodge Field House AirstripSmall Airport
Milfield Glider FieldSmall Airport
Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Peterlee AirfieldSmall Airport
Ravensworth Private AirstripSmall Airport
Selby House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Spite Hall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Staindrop Private AirstripSmall Airport
Thornton Watlass Airstrip ULSmall Airport
Throstle Nest Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wathstones Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wombleton AirfieldSmall Airport
Woodhouse Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Yearby AirstripSmall Airport
Yorkshire Gliding ClubSmall Airport

Post Offices in Washington

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Barmston Post Office
Blackfell Post Office
Harraton Post Office
Town Centre Washington Post Office
Usworth Post Office

Treatment Centers in Washington

19 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Actice Chiropract Centre
Blaydon Primary Care Centre
Clarendon
Community Diagnostic Clinic
Geoffrey Rhodes Centre
Hebburn Health Centre
Monkton Hall
NumiScan
Optimax
Peak Health Therapies
Rose Lodge
The Cradlewell Clinic
The Dow clinic
The Harley Medical Group
Traditional Chinese Treatment Centre
Transform Cosmetic Surgery Group
Whickham Chiropody & Podiatry
Whickham Chiropractic clinic
Winlaton Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Washington

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Church
Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity Church
Kingdom Hall
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Our Lady, Queen of Peace R C Church
Our Lady's Catholic Church
Oxclose Church
Springwell Village Methodist Church
St Andrews
St Bede's
St George's Church
St John Boste
St Michael's and All Angels Church
The Lighthouse

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

Things to See Near Washington

46 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (40)
  • • Adventure Pit
  • • Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum
  • • Bearpark Brancepeth Colliery
  • • Bede's Well
  • • Benwell Roman Temple
  • + 35 more
🏰 Castles (5)
  • • Durham Castle
  • • Hylton Castle
  • • Lambton Castle
  • • Newcastle Castle - Keep
  • • Tynemouth Priory and Castle
🛡️ Forts (1)
  • • Wave Basin Battery

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Washington

What is the population of Washington?

Washington has a population of 53,526 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 923 people per square mile, spread across 58.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Washington expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,585, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,727 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Washington?

Washington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Washington?

The unemployment rate in Washington is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $800. There are 4,871 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Washington?

The median home value in Washington is $178,727. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 58.5%.

How are the schools in Washington?

24.6% of adults in Washington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Washington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Washington is 2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 3.9% Asian. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 4.8% of the population are military veterans. 8.0% of residents have a disability.

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