Cromwell Terrace is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 0PA 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 Cromwell Terrace, North Shields, NE29 0PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 0NU, NE29 0NS, NE29 9AP, NE29 0NT, NE29 0PB, NE29 0NR, NE29 9BD, NE29 9AL, NE29 9BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 0PA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 56.7% | 52.9% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 43.3% | 47.1% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE29 0PA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.7% | 44.9% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 26% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -18.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 9.8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 14.5% | 15% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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 | 44.2% | 44.8% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 33.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 19.3% | 8.9% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 12% | 1% | -11.0% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 12.3% | 20.3% | 8.0% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 6.8% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 12.7% | 2.9% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 5.2% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 13.9% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 39% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 11.6% | 2% | -9.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.2% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.9% | 97.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cromwell Terrace was 7.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.0% lower than the North Shields average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cromwell Terrace has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in North Shields and the 31st lowest crime rate of 706 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -93.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Cromwell Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2026-02-27 | £160,178 |
| 18 Cromwell Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-08-15 | £151,961 |
| 20 Cromwell Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £134,711 | 2025-01-24 | £127,315 |
| 2 Cromwell Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2024-10-09 | £110,869 |
| 3 Cromwell Terrace, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-10-08 | £155,029 |
NE29 0PA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 1,617 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Shields Nursery School St John's Terrace , Percy Main NE29 6HS | - not rated | 2,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 3,039 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 4,196 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 4,321 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | 2out of 4 | 354 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | - not rated | 354 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Kielder Terrace , NE30 2AD | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Primary School Preston Avenue , North Shields NE30 2BD | - not rated | 796 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Lovaine Place , NE29 0BU | - not rated | 820 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 871 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 2out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 3out of 4 | 1,590 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,608 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 | 3,037 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JW | 3out of 4 | 3,073 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 3,130 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 3,366 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Middle School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | - not rated | 4,002 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 374 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 3,934 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 4,154 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 4,180 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 | 2,113 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nty03 - North Tyneside Primary C.O.Suit 1.6 Saville Street , Howards House NE30 1NT | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh School Charlotte Street , NE30 1BP | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Young Mothers Unit Tynemetropolitan College Sixth Form Academy Site , Alexandra Building NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 1,438 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The King's School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | - not rated | 1,972 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iris Community Hub | 109 Queen Alexandra Road, North Shields | 119 yd | |
| Scott And Wilson | 1 Trevor Terrace, North Shields | 407 yd | |
| Luncheon Club | Hawkeys Lane Methodist Church Hall, Hawkeys Lane | 429 yd | |
| Pigalo's Speakeasy | 28 - 29 Nile Street, North Shields | 613 yd | |
| Live Well With Cancer | 38 - 40 Nile Street, North Shields | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alexandra | Queen Alexandra Road, North Shields | 100 yd | |
| The Gunner | Trevor Terrace, North Shields | 391 yd | |
| The Top House (Albion Inn) | Albion Inn, 30 Nile Street | 613 yd | |
| North Shields Catholic Club | Cecil Street, North Shields | 637 yd | |
| Enigma Tap | 60 Bedford Street, North Shields | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hog Roast Deli | 45 Walton Avenue, North Shields | 235 yd | |
| Fortune City | 7A Trevor Terrace, North Shields | 407 yd | |
| Tiger's Thai \& Chinese Takeaway Ltd | 22 Nile Street, North Shields | 613 yd | |
| Passage To India | 24 Nile Street, North Shields | 613 yd | |
| Pizza Addict | 62 Church Way, North Shields | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pound Stretcher | 50/50A, Bedford Street | 739 yd | |
| Heron Foods Limited | First Second And Third Floors, 78 - 80 Bedford Street | 769 yd | |
| North Shields Mini Market Ltd | 5 Saville Street West, North Shields | 994 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket North Shields | Asda, 40 Saville Street | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tyne Metropolitan College (The Academy Site) HAWKEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 378 yd |
| Spring Gardens Primary School BRIGHTMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 439 yd |
| Ymca (North Tyneside) CHURCH WAY | health and fitness suite | 734 yd |
| Energie Fitness PRESTON AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 768 yd |
| Percy Park Rfc THE CLUB HOUSE THE CLUB HOUSE PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| King Edward Primary School PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 799 yd |
| St. Cuthberts Roman Catholic Primary School Lovaine Place | grass pitches | 819 yd |
| Preston Playing Fields PRESTON PLAYING FIELDS PRESTON PLAYING FIELDS PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Heaton Terrace Playing Fields HEATON TERRACE | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Tynemouth Cricket Club PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 921 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 4.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.