Burdon Street is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 6HW is located in the Chirton & Percy Main electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Tyneside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burdon Street, North Shields, NE29 6HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 6HP, NE29 6JG, NE29 6HR, NE29 6JD, NE29 6JL, NE29 6JE, NE29 6HS, NE29 6HZ, NE29 6HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 6HW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% of the population 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 | 52.8% | 56.6% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 47.2% | 43.4% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 6HW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% 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 | 38.1% | 47.6% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.5% | 34.5% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 8.3% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 41.5% | 43.9% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 33.4% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 15.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 7.4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.3% | 24.5% | -18.8% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 8.2% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 22.7% | 6.9% | 13.4% | 9.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 11.6% | 9.3% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 12.4% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 15.5% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95% | 95.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 93.7% | 91.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 5.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 91.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.7% | 76.7% | -14.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.7% | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.6% | 37.2% | 19.4% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burdon Street was 153.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.4% higher than the Chirton & Percy Main average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burdon Street has the 22nd highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Chirton & Percy Main and the 119th highest crime rate of 706 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Burdon Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2021-10-22 | £132,036 |
| 38 Burdon Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,200 | 2021-10-19 | £181,785 |
| 38 Burdon Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2020-12-18 | £106,350 |
| 39 Burdon Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,500 | 2017-11-23 | £131,754 |
| 41 Burdon Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2017-08-31 | £159,150 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Shields Nursery School St John's Terrace , Percy Main NE29 6HS | - not rated | 184 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 2,078 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 2,680 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,775 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brancepeth Road Nursery School Brancepeth Road , NE31 1SJ | - not rated | 3,058 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy St John's CofE Aided Primary School St John's Terrace , Percy Main NE29 6HS | - not rated | 184 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Percy Main Primary School Nelson Terrace , Percy Main NE29 6JA | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Wallsend Road , Chirton NE29 7BT | - not rated | 976 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Wallsend Road , Chirton NE29 7BT | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Primary School Minton Lane , NE29 6DQ | 2out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 1,513 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 2,369 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Aided Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | - not rated | 2,369 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | - not rated | 2,382 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 1,630 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 1,942 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 3,186 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Middle School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | - not rated | 3,280 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 | 2,181 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 2,707 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 2,938 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 4,114 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 | 4,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Young Mothers Unit Tynemetropolitan College Sixth Form Academy Site , Alexandra Building NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 1,886 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nty03 - North Tyneside Primary C.O.Suit 1.6 Saville Street , Howards House NE30 1NT | - not rated | 2,466 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South and North Tyneside Windmill Way , NE31 1SR | - not rated | 2,761 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SBC School St Bede's Chambers , Albert Road NE32 5RR | - not rated | 2,817 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sambuca Percy Main | Sambucca, Station Road | 287 yd | |
| Local NCL | Unit 15, Mandale Park | 381 yd | |
| Go North East | Bus Depot, Norham Road | 722 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 25, Royal Quays Outlet Centre | 779 yd | |
| Hello World Studios LTD | Unit 53, Royal Quays Outlet Centre | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Main Cricket Club | St Johns Terrace, Percy Main | 193 yd | |
| The Redburn | Wallsend Road, North Shields | 591 yd | |
| The Royal Quays | The Royal Quays Public House, Coble Dene | 787 yd | |
| The Pineapple Inn | Pineapple Inn, 78 Wallsend Road | 880 yd | |
| The Ferryman | New Tunnel Social Club, Chatton Street | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh From The Oven | 43 Burdon Street, Percy Main | 6 yd | |
| McDonalds | Unit 29 And 30, Mandale Park | 372 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 46, Royal Quays Outlet Centre | 787 yd | |
| Flavours | 235 Bridge Road South, North Shields | 827 yd | |
| Meadow Well | 237 - 239 Bridge Road South, North Shields | 827 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Purvis Park/ Percy Main Amateurs PURVIS PARK PURVIS PARK ST. JOHNS TERRACE | grass pitches | 201 yd |
| Percy Main Cricket Club ST. JOHNS TERRACE | grass pitches | 232 yd |
| Percy Main Primary School NELSON TERRACE | grass pitches | 275 yd |
| Meadow Well Primary (Closed) Wantage Avenue | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Xercise4Less (North Shields) XERCISE 4 LESS XERCISE 4 LESS COBLE DENE | health and fitness suite | 675 yd |
| High Flatworth FLATWORTH PLAYING FIELD FLATWORTH PLAYING FIELD HIGH FLATWORTH | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Norham High School NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL ALNWICK AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 830 yd |
| St. Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School WALLSEND ROAD | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Wet N Wild Waterpark ROTARY WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,016 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (North Shields) (Closed) 18A ROYAL QUAYS OUTLET SHOPPING CENTRE 18A ROYAL QUAYS OUTLET SHOPPING CENTRE COBLE DENE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,021 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 | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 77.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.