Central Avenue is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 7JB 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 Central Avenue, North Shields, NE29 7JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 7JD, NE29 7JE, NE29 7HY, NE29 7DG, NE29 7JA, NE29 7JH, NE29 7JQ, NE29 7LS, NE29 7HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 7JB has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.8% 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 | 53.6% | 58.8% | 5.2% | 51.0% | 7.8% |
| Male | 46.4% | 41.2% | -5.2% | 49.0% | -7.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE29 7JB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% 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 | 48.7% | 47.2% | -1.5% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.2% | 24.8% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -19.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4.3% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 19.9% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 10.8% |
| Widowed | 7% | 3.7% | -3.3% | 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 | 42.9% | 52.3% | 9.4% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 23.6% | -9.0% | 33.6% | -10.0% |
| Fair health | 17% | 14.4% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 8.8% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around NE29 7JB this area, 30.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 30.6% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.2% | 10% | -12.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.4% | 15.6% | -7.8% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.1% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 17.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.1% | 18.1% | 13.0% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.6% | 93.5% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 94.6% | 95.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 95.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 0.9% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.1% | 37.2% | 16.9% |
| Christian | 32.1% | 46.2% | -14.1% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Other religion | 4.1% | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Central Avenue was 157.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.9% lower than the Chirton & Percy Main average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Central Avenue has the 31st highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Chirton & Percy Main and the 144th highest crime rate of 715 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 -45.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Central Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2024-08-23 | £156,977 |
| 25 Central Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-04-10 | £148,785 |
| 15 Central Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-07-08 | £151,955 |
| 49B Central Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2020-03-04 | £192,430 |
| 49A Central Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-07-27 | £232,620 |
NE29 7JB 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 | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,825 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,156 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 4,958 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | 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 | 178 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Wallsend Road , Chirton NE29 7BT | - not rated | 565 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Primary School Minton Lane , NE29 6DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehouse Primary School Whitehouse Lane , NE29 8PE | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | 3out of 4 | 1,262 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 | 1out of 4 | 480 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchill Community College Churchill Street , NE28 7TN | 3out of 4 | 2,545 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,674 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 | 3,570 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 3,818 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 4,076 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 4,513 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 | 4,604 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 | 3,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 1,831 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 2,353 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 3,146 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 3,773 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle Eco Centre, Windmill Way , NE31 1HG | - not rated | 3,908 yd | Special post 16 institution | 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 | 35 yd | |
| Cafe La Verne | 42 Verne Road, North Shields | 228 yd | |
| Beef, Cakes \& Shakes/Breakfast, Cakes \& Shakes | 24 Front Street, Chirton | 470 yd | |
| Brunched | 37 - 39 Coast Road, North Shields | 589 yd | |
| My Shanghai | My Shang Hai, Coast Road | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nautilus | Nautilus, Verne Road | 351 yd | |
| The Pineapple Inn | Pineapple Inn, 78 Wallsend Road | 528 yd | |
| Chirton Social Club | Silkeys Lane, North Shields | 656 yd | |
| The Redburn | Wallsend Road, North Shields | 812 yd | |
| Preston Grange Community Centre | The Grange, Preston Grange | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Fry | 46 Verne Road, North Shields | 228 yd | |
| Jazzs Fish Bar | 204 Verne Road, North Shields | 435 yd | |
| Yung Kee Chop Suey House | 45A Burt Avenue, North Shields | 439 yd | |
| Simon's Chop Suey House | 64 Front Street, Chirton | 470 yd | |
| Gills Golden Fry | 30 - 32 Front Street, Chirton | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco West Chirton Industrial Estate South, Norham Road | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Collingwood Primary School Oswin Terrace | grass pitches | 113 yd |
| Heaton Terrace Playing Fields HEATON TERRACE | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| St. Josephs Roman Catholic Primary School WALLSEND ROAD | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Norham High School NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL NORHAM HIGH SCHOOL ALNWICK AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 619 yd |
| Tynemouth Squash Club Ltd BILLY MILL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 739 yd |
| Meadow Well Primary (Closed) Wantage Avenue | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Tyne Metropolitan College (The Academy Site) HAWKEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 885 yd |
| Spring Gardens Primary School BRIGHTMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Collingwood View Playing Fields FINCHDALE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
| Formica Ltd COAST ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,086 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 | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.1% |
| 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 | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.