Southcliff is in Whitley Bay and in North Tyneside district. NE26 2PB is located in the Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southcliff, Whitley Bay, NE26 2PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE26 2PD, NE26 2PF, NE30 4QT, NE26 2PA, NE26 2PG, NE30 4PY, NE30 4QJ, NE26 2PJ, NE30 4PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE26 2PB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.2% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.8% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 35.6% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30% | 38% | 8.0% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 4.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 13.2% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.8% | 49.8% | 9.0% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 31.2% | -8.0% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.9% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 12.4% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 9.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 4.5% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 12.4% | -2.6% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 50.2% | 15.9% | 33.8% | 16.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.9% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 94.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 94.6% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southcliff was 91.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.2% higher than the Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southcliff has the 29th highest crime rate of 94 local areas in Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South and the 272nd highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Southcliff, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2024-07-31 | £189,192 |
| 8 Southcliff, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £449,350 | 2018-07-25 | £608,044 |
| Flat B 2 Southcliff, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £259,500 | 2017-09-15 | £319,987 |
| 12 Southcliff, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2015-02-02 | £532,101 |
| Flat B 2 Southcliff, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2011-04-21 | £288,543 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 2,936 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockcliffe First School Grafton Road , NE26 2NR | 4out of 4 | 291 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cullercoats Primary School Marden Avenue , Cullercoats NE30 4PB | 3out of 4 | 605 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Farringdon Road , Cullercoats NE30 3EY | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park First School Park Road , NE26 1LT | 4out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkhouse Primary School Wallington Avenue , NE30 3SH | 3out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 2,294 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,307 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Bay High School Deneholm , NE25 9AS | 4out of 4 | 2,591 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,887 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 2,076 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 4,036 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Priory School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | 3out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 2,783 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 5,161 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cullercoats Bike And Kayak Ltd | 1A Norma Crescent, Whitley Bay | 31 yd | |
| Beaches And Cream | 1 Victoria Crescent, Cullercoats | 303 yd | |
| Salthouse | 6 - 7 Victoria Crescent, Cullercoats | 303 yd | |
| La Riviera | 26 John Street, Cullercoats | 334 yd | |
| High Tide | 5 Victoria Crescent, Cullercoats | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head | Front Street, Cullercoats | 262 yd | |
| Cullercoats Crescent Club And Institute Ltd | 9 Victoria Crescent, Cullercoats | 303 yd | |
| The Quarry | Marden Road South, Whitley Bay | 838 yd | |
| R A O B Club | 212 Whitley Road, Whitley Bay | 952 yd | |
| Tanner Smiths | 17 - 19 South Parade | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Coast | 1 Eskdale Terrace, Whitley Bay | 195 yd | |
| Bill's Fish Bar | 4 Victoria Crescent, Cullercoats | 303 yd | |
| Decamp Tea \& Coffee | Unit 3, West Monkseaton Metro Station | 309 yd | |
| Quality Pizza | 5 John Street, Cullercoats | 384 yd | |
| Sheba Tandoori Take Away | 90 Whitley Road, Whitley Bay | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooperative North East Ltd | N E CO OP, John Street | 330 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sands Ladies Leisure (Closed) WHITLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 808 yd |
| Cullercoats Lawn Tennis Club Beverley Gardens | tennis courts | 833 yd |
| Curves (North Shields) FARRINGDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,038 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 244.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.