Spence Terrace is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 0JE is located in the Preston with Preston Grange electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spence Terrace, North Shields, NE29 0JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 0JD, NE29 0JQ, NE29 0EP, NE29 0JF, NE29 0EG, NE29 0JB, NE29 0HZ, NE29 0ER, NE29 0JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 0JE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 54.8% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 45.2% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE29 0JE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21% | 30.3% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 51.7% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 8.5% | -5.1% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 39.7% | 43.4% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 38% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 13.6% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 5% | -4.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 14.8% | -18.7% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7.6% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 10% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 19% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 35.2% | 15.0% | 33.8% | 1.4% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.4% | 95.9% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 97.7% | 92.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.3% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spence Terrace was 80.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.6% lower than the Chirton & Percy Main average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spence Terrace has the 24th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Chirton & Percy Main and the 300th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Spence Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-05-03 | £163,355 |
| 32 Spence Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,150 | 2017-12-15 | £105,443 |
| 40A Spence Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2008-03-31 | £105,634 |
| 33 Spence Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2006-09-15 | £248,154 |
| 33 Spence Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2004-09-10 | £196,985 |
NE29 0JE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,897 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,355 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 5,459 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | 3out of 4 | 390 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Lovaine Place , NE29 0BU | - not rated | 421 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterville Primary School Waterville Road , NE29 6SL | 4out of 4 | 639 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Kielder Terrace , NE30 2AD | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Wallsend Road , Chirton NE29 7BT | - not rated | 836 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,766 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,508 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,800 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 3,674 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 3,685 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 4,615 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 4,723 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 3,780 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,525 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 | 1,893 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 3,236 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 3,453 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 4,194 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luncheon Club | Hawkeys Lane Methodist Church Hall, Hawkeys Lane | 317 yd | |
| Live Well With Cancer | 38 - 40 Nile Street, North Shields | 438 yd | |
| Pigalo's Speakeasy | 28 - 29 Nile Street, North Shields | 459 yd | |
| R Place | Ground And First Floor At, 11 Nile Street | 495 yd | |
| OPA | 58 Bedford Street, North Shields | 521 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Shields Catholic Club | Cecil Street, North Shields | 280 yd | |
| Terminus Social Club And Institute | 50 West Percy Street, North Shields | 423 yd | |
| Chirton Social Club | Silkeys Lane, North Shields | 426 yd | |
| The Top House (Albion Inn) | Albion Inn, 30 Nile Street | 459 yd | |
| Charlies Bar | 60 Nile Street, North Shields | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Spence Terrace Chinese Take Away | 42 Spence Terrace, North Shields | 5 yd | |
| Sushi Yammi | 34 Spence Terrace, North Shields | 5 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 36A Spence Terrace, North Shields | 5 yd | |
| Fais Kitchen | 34/36, Chirton Green | 350 yd | |
| Pizza King | 51 West Percy Street, North Shields | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods Limited | First Second And Third Floors, 78 - 80 Bedford Street | 558 yd | |
| Pound Stretcher | 50/50A, Bedford Street | 579 yd | |
| North Shields Mini Market Ltd | 5 Saville Street West, North Shields | 617 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket North Shields | Asda, 40 Saville Street | 813 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Gardens Primary School BRIGHTMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 205 yd |
| St. Cuthberts Roman Catholic Primary School Lovaine Place | grass pitches | 316 yd |
| Collingwood View Playing Fields FINCHDALE CLOSE | grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Ymca (North Tyneside) CHURCH WAY | health and fitness suite | 589 yd |
| Waterville Primary School WATERVILLE ROAD | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Tyne Metropolitan College (The Academy Site) HAWKEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 766 yd |
| Parks Leisure Centre HOWDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 846 yd |
| St. Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School WALLSEND ROAD | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Heaton Terrace Playing Fields HEATON TERRACE | grass pitches | 1,035 yd |
| Collingwood Primary School Oswin Terrace | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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 | 6.7% |
| Median download speed | 46.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.