Verne Road is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 7DG is located in the Chirton & Percy Main electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Verne Road, North Shields, NE29 7DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 7DQ, NE29 7JE, NE29 7NP, NE29 7NR, NE29 7NW, NE29 7NL, NE29 7NN, NE29 7DJ, NE29 7JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 7DG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.1% 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 | 56.1% | 57.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 6.1% |
| Male | 43.9% | 42.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -6.1% |
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 7DG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.9% 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 | 47.8% | 46.9% | -0.9% | 37.9% | 9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.2% | 28.1% | 4.9% | 44.2% | -16.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 18.2% | 12.8% | -5.4% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 4.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 43.9% | 50% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 37% | 29.2% | -7.8% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 13% | 14.2% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5% | 6.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 18.3% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 17.3% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 13.6% | -7.1% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 25.7% | 12.4% | 16.9% | 8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 16.8% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.8% | 94.6% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.9% | 92.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 92.5% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Verne Road was 199.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.9% higher than the Chirton & Percy Main average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Verne Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Chirton & Percy Main and the 73rd highest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 97.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 129 Verne Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2024-06-04 | £58,649 |
| 135 Verne Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £102,250 | 2023-05-26 | £103,817 |
| 133 Verne Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £102,250 | 2023-05-26 | £103,817 |
| 149 Verne Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2022-04-22 | £118,109 |
| 135 Verne Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2020-08-24 | £115,254 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 1,542 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Nursery School Berwick Drive , Battlehill Estate NE28 9DH | - not rated | 3,234 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 3,326 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 3,503 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collingwood Primary School Oswin Terrace , NE29 7JQ | 3out of 4 | 248 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Wallsend Road , Chirton NE29 7BT | - not rated | 634 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 | 634 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehouse Primary School Whitehouse Lane , NE29 8PE | 1out of 4 | 1,050 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehouse Primary School Whitehouse Lane , NE29 8PE | - not rated | 1,178 yd | Foundation 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 | 529 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 989 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 997 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Aided Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | - not rated | 997 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 1,846 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 2,097 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Middle School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | - not rated | 2,850 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 2,850 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JW | 3out of 4 | 3,522 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 979 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 2,672 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 4,672 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 | 3,397 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 | 1,337 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 1,800 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 | 1,991 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh School Charlotte Street , NE30 1BP | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 2,347 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee And Cream Cafe | St Peters Church Hall, Central Avenue | 184 yd | |
| Cafe La Verne | 42 Verne Road, North Shields | 251 yd | |
| Brunched | 37 - 39 Coast Road, North Shields | 520 yd | |
| My Shanghai | My Shang Hai, Coast Road | 556 yd | |
| Beef, Cakes \& Shakes/Breakfast, Cakes \& Shakes | 24 Front Street, Chirton | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nautilus | Nautilus, Verne Road | 223 yd | |
| The Pineapple Inn | Pineapple Inn, 78 Wallsend Road | 602 yd | |
| Chirton Social Club | Silkeys Lane, North Shields | 823 yd | |
| Preston Grange Community Centre | The Grange, Preston Grange | 830 yd | |
| The Redburn | Wallsend Road, North Shields | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Fry | 46 Verne Road, North Shields | 250 yd | |
| Jazzs Fish Bar | 204 Verne Road, North Shields | 294 yd | |
| Yung Kee Chop Suey House | 45A Burt Avenue, North Shields | 603 yd | |
| Simon's Chop Suey House | 64 Front Street, Chirton | 633 yd | |
| Gills Golden Fry | 30 - 32 Front Street, Chirton | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco West Chirton Industrial Estate South, Norham Road | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Collingwood Primary School Oswin Terrace | grass pitches | 195 yd |
| Heaton Terrace Playing Fields HEATON TERRACE | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Norham High School NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL ALNWICK AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 615 yd |
| Tynemouth Squash Club Ltd BILLY MILL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 628 yd |
| St. Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School WALLSEND ROAD | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Meadow Well Primary (Closed) Wantage Avenue | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Formica Ltd COAST ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Tyne Metropolitan College (The Academy Site) HAWKEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 973 yd |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy LYNN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,017 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.