The Quadrant is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 7HU 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 The Quadrant, North Shields, NE29 7HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 7JA, NE29 7HG, NE29 7JH, NE29 7HY, NE29 7JD, NE29 7JB, NE29 7HP, NE29 7HX, NE29 7PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 7HU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% 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 | 55% | 56.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 45% | 43.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 7HU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 38.7% | 42.6% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 34.2% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -10.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 8% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 6.5% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 8% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 39.9% | 41% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 30.8% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 19.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 27.9% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.8% | 10.7% | -11.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 19.5% | 5.1% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 14.1% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 19.5% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.3% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 98.2% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Quadrant was 68.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.2% lower than the Chirton & Percy Main average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Quadrant has the 24th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Chirton & Percy Main and the 305th highest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 The Quadrant, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-11-29 | £161,534 |
| 62 The Quadrant, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2022-11-21 | £56,779 |
| 70 The Quadrant, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-09-23 | £147,273 |
| 58 The Quadrant, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,230 | 2022-05-12 | £123,876 |
| 86 The Quadrant, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-09-25 | £141,256 |
NE29 7HU 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 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 | 1,494 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 | 2,538 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 3,021 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 3,494 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Battle Hill Nursery School Berwick Drive , Battlehill Estate NE28 9DH | - not rated | 3,574 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 | 192 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Wallsend Road , Chirton NE29 7BT | - not rated | 470 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 | 470 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | 2out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | - not rated | 973 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 | 584 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 635 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Aided Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | - not rated | 1,236 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | - not rated | 1,910 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 | 2,154 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 2,352 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 3,043 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Park Middle School Addington Drive , NE28 9RT | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JW | 3out of 4 | 3,574 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 | 782 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 3,005 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 3,255 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 4,345 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 | 3,109 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 | 1,045 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Nty03 - North Tyneside Primary C.O.Suit 1.6 Saville Street , Howards House NE30 1NT | - not rated | 1,640 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh School Charlotte Street , NE30 1BP | - not rated | 1,963 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 2,121 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 2,177 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 | 174 yd | |
| Cafe La Verne | 42 Verne Road, North Shields | 299 yd | |
| Beef, Cakes \& Shakes/Breakfast, Cakes \& Shakes | 24 Front Street, Chirton | 316 yd | |
| Luncheon Club | Hawkeys Lane Methodist Church Hall, Hawkeys Lane | 664 yd | |
| Brunched | 37 - 39 Coast Road, North Shields | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chirton Social Club | Silkeys Lane, North Shields | 474 yd | |
| The Nautilus | Nautilus, Verne Road | 537 yd | |
| The Pineapple Inn | Pineapple Inn, 78 Wallsend Road | 544 yd | |
| The Redburn | Wallsend Road, North Shields | 862 yd | |
| The Alexandra | Queen Alexandra Road, North Shields | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yung Kee Chop Suey House | 45A Burt Avenue, North Shields | 278 yd | |
| Smart Fry | 46 Verne Road, North Shields | 299 yd | |
| Simon's Chop Suey House | 64 Front Street, Chirton | 316 yd | |
| Gills Golden Fry | 30 - 32 Front Street, Chirton | 316 yd | |
| Fais Kitchen | 34/36, Chirton Green | 505 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Collingwood Primary School Oswin Terrace | grass pitches | 249 yd |
| St. Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School WALLSEND ROAD | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Heaton Terrace Playing Fields HEATON TERRACE | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Norham High School NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL ALNWICK AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 713 yd |
| Tyne Metropolitan College (The Academy Site) HAWKEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 776 yd |
| Spring Gardens Primary School BRIGHTMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Tynemouth Squash Club Ltd BILLY MILL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 861 yd |
| Collingwood View Playing Fields FINCHDALE CLOSE | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Meadow Well Primary (Closed) Wantage Avenue | grass pitches | 883 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 | 69.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.