Holystone Gardens is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 8JR is located in the New York & Murton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holystone Gardens, North Shields, NE29 8JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 8JH, NE29 8JX, NE29 8JY, NE29 8JS, NE29 8JU, NE29 8JG, NE29 8JL, NE29 8JZ, NE29 8JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE29 8JR is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 46.7% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 50.6% | 53.3% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 8JR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 36.2% | 48.2% | 12.0% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 29.2% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 12.3% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.1% | 28.5% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -19.9% |
| Good health | 31% | 37.3% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 22.8% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 13% | 8.8% | -4.2% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 24.4% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 10.4% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 17.1% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 17.6% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 18.7% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.6% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.2% | 93.4% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 92.6% 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% | 92.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 92.6% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holystone Gardens was 408.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 142.0% higher than the Chirton & Percy Main average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holystone Gardens has the 6th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Chirton & Percy Main and the 25th highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 221.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Holystone Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2023-08-14 | £187,686 |
| 18 Holystone Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,500 | 2021-09-29 | £94,059 |
| 18 Holystone Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,999 | 2020-07-07 | £48,250 |
| 18 Holystone Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2004-10-08 | £91,946 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,040 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 5,249 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehouse Primary School Whitehouse Lane , NE29 8PE | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New York Primary School Lanark Close , NE29 8DP | 4out of 4 | 772 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Grange Primary School Chiltern Road , Preston Grange NE29 9QL | 3out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collingwood Primary School Oswin Terrace , NE29 7JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Wallsend Road , Chirton NE29 7BT | - not rated | 1,708 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 226 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 1,616 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,638 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,484 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 | 2,503 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 2,904 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 2,941 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 3,383 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 3,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 2,003 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 2,183 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,279 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 3,732 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Shanghai | My Shang Hai, Coast Road | 523 yd | |
| Brunched | 37 - 39 Coast Road, North Shields | 569 yd | |
| Harry's Cafe | WRVS Shop, North Tyneside General Hospital | 910 yd | |
| Cafe La Verne | 42 Verne Road, North Shields | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawsons Real Sandwiches | 24 Netherton Avenue, North Shields | 65 yd | |
| Perfect Chinese Takeaway | 50 Whitehouse Lane, North Shields | 254 yd | |
| Bevs Lite Bites | 69 St Anselm Road, North Shields | 366 yd | |
| Pizza Royal | 5 Phoenix Chase, North Shields | 873 yd | |
| Momins | 7 Phoenix Chase, North Shields | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Preston Grange | Lidl, Rake Lane | 774 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy LYNN ROAD | grass pitches | 311 yd |
| Whitehouse Primary School WHITEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| Tynemouth Squash Club Ltd BILLY MILL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 479 yd |
| Heaton Terrace Playing Fields HEATON TERRACE | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| New York Primary School LANARK CLOSE | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Tyne Metropolitan College (The Academy Site) HAWKEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 1,042 yd |
| Formica Ltd COAST ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,087 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 | 76.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 76.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 76.7% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.