Osborne Gardens is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE29 9AT is located in the Preston with Preston Grange electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Osborne Gardens, North Shields, NE29 9AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE29 9BA, NE29 9BD, NE29 9AP, NE29 9BH, NE29 0NR, NE29 9AZ, NE29 9BB, NE29 9AY, NE29 9AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE29 9AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 51.8% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 44.3% | 48.2% | 3.9% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.3% | 31.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 42.2% | 6.5% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 21% | 14.8% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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 (67.2%) 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 | 38% | 39.7% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 30% | 27.5% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 23.2% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 22.1% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 8.4% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 7.2% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 12.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 39.9% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 99% | 97% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 95.7% 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% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Osborne Gardens was 62.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.0% lower than the North Shields average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Osborne Gardens has the 27th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in North Shields and the 334th highest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Osborne Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2025-07-04 | £282,326 |
| 11 Osborne Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-03-20 | £226,289 |
| 4 Osborne Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-01-30 | £335,957 |
| 2 Osborne Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2023-03-23 | £320,657 |
| 6 Osborne Gardens, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £150,525 | 2022-08-26 | £159,460 |
NE29 9AT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE29 9AT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,565 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Shields Nursery School St John's Terrace , Percy Main NE29 6HS | - not rated | 2,498 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 3,152 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 4,317 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 4,475 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | 2out of 4 | 487 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | - not rated | 487 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Kielder Terrace , NE30 2AD | 3out of 4 | 638 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Primary School Preston Avenue , North Shields NE30 2BD | - not rated | 692 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Lovaine Place , NE29 0BU | - not rated | 946 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | - not rated | 900 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 2out of 4 | 900 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Aided Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 2,890 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JW | 3out of 4 | 2,945 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 3,232 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 3,485 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | - not rated | 4,021 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 | 435 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 4,021 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 4,237 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 4,265 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 | 2,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nty03 - North Tyneside Primary C.O.Suit 1.6 Saville Street , Howards House NE30 1NT | - not rated | 1,084 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh School Charlotte Street , NE30 1BP | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Young Mothers Unit Tynemetropolitan College Sixth Form Academy Site , Alexandra Building NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 1,589 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The King's School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | - not rated | 1,886 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iris Community Hub | 109 Queen Alexandra Road, North Shields | 41 yd | |
| Scott And Wilson | 1 Trevor Terrace, North Shields | 352 yd | |
| Luncheon Club | Hawkeys Lane Methodist Church Hall, Hawkeys Lane | 582 yd | |
| Tynemouth Cricket Club | Cricket Club Cottage, Preston Avenue | 631 yd | |
| Kiki's Kabin | 34 Albion Road, North Shields | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alexandra | Queen Alexandra Road, North Shields | 161 yd | |
| The Gunner | Trevor Terrace, North Shields | 313 yd | |
| Spread Eagle Inn | Front Street, Preston | 616 yd | |
| The Top House (Albion Inn) | Albion Inn, 30 Nile Street | 703 yd | |
| The Pub And Kitchen | 13 - 14 Albion Road, North Shields | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hog Roast Deli | 45 Walton Avenue, North Shields | 229 yd | |
| Fortune City | 7A Trevor Terrace, North Shields | 352 yd | |
| Tiger's Thai \& Chinese Takeaway Ltd | 22 Nile Street, North Shields | 703 yd | |
| Passage To India | 24 Nile Street, North Shields | 703 yd | |
| Jeera | 1A Albion Road, North Shields | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pound Stretcher | 50/50A, Bedford Street | 814 yd | |
| Heron Foods Limited | First Second And Third Floors, 78 - 80 Bedford Street | 852 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Preston North Road | 1,025 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket North Shields | Asda, 40 Saville Street | 1,075 yd | |
| North Shields Mini Market Ltd | 5 Saville Street West, North Shields | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tyne Metropolitan College (The Academy Site) HAWKEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 440 yd |
| Spring Gardens Primary School BRIGHTMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Energie Fitness PRESTON AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 658 yd |
| Percy Park Rfc THE CLUB HOUSE THE CLUB HOUSE PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| King Edward Primary School PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Preston Playing Fields PRESTON PLAYING FIELDS PRESTON PLAYING FIELDS PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Tynemouth Cricket Club PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Ymca (North Tyneside) CHURCH WAY | health and fitness suite | 807 yd |
| Tynemouth Swimming Pool PRESTON NORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 829 yd |
| John Spence Community High School PRESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 878 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Median download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.