Howard Street is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE30 1AF is located in the North Shields electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howard Street, North Shields, NE30 1AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE30 1BA, NE30 1AR, NE30 1AP, NE30 1NS, NE30 1AZ, NE30 1PW, NE30 1NQ, NE29 6RX, NE30 1QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE30 1AF is primarily male, with 59.3% 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 | 38.4% | 40.7% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -10.3% |
| Male | 61.6% | 59.3% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 10.3% |
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 NE30 1AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 69.1% 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 | 54% | 69.1% | 15.1% | 37.9% | 31.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 12.6% | 13.4% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -30.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 23% | 11.9% | -11.1% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 5% | 1.6% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 (68.2%) 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 | 31.4% | 25.9% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -22.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 42.3% | 7.4% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 23.3% | 21.7% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 7% | 7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 | 29.3% | 25.9% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 10.3% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 14.7% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16.3% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 23.4% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 96.5% | 82.8% | -13.7% | 81.4% | 1.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
In this area, 82.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 82.5% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.8% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 8% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| 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 | 93.8% | 82.8% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -0.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 1.9% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.1% | 76.7% | -23.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 37.5% | 13.5% | 24.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.3% | 37.2% | 22.1% |
| Christian | 30.1% | 46.2% | -16.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howard Street was 2088.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 1130.8% higher than the North Shields average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Howard Street has the highest crime rate of 66 local areas in North Shields and the highest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 753.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 Howard Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2017-04-18 | £187,844 |
| 67 Howard Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2012-05-16 | £218,850 |
| 82 Howard Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2008-11-10 | £97,015 |
| 84 Howard Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2007-04-05 | £145,058 |
| 82 Howard Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2002-07-24 | £82,714 |
NE30 1AF area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 54 |
| Other | 48 |
| Unemployed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,134 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 4,831 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Kielder Terrace , NE30 2AD | 3out of 4 | 289 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Lovaine Place , NE29 0BU | - not rated | 473 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | 3out of 4 | 558 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Primary School Preston Avenue , North Shields NE30 2BD | 3out of 4 | 865 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterville Primary School Waterville Road , NE29 6SL | 4out of 4 | 940 yd | Community 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 1,925 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 3,566 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 3,745 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 4,835 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 4,981 yd | Community 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 | 3,368 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 | 1,819 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 | 1,654 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 3,189 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 3,591 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 3,690 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 4,019 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army | Salvation Army Hall, 28 Howard Street | 46 yd | |
| The Wooden Deli | 59 - 59A Saville Street, North Shields | 120 yd | |
| Hall's Cafe | 4 The Beacon Centre, Bedford Way | 155 yd | |
| Burger King | 93 Bedford Street, North Shields | 214 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 91 - 92 Bedford Street, North Shields | 214 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garricks Head | 44-52 Saville Street, North Shields | 141 yd | |
| North Star | The Pow Burn, 97 - 98 Bedford Street | 220 yd | |
| The Two Pennies Cafe And Bar | 1 Northumberland Place, North Shields | 238 yd | |
| No1 The Basement | Semi Basement, 1 Northumberland Place | 238 yd | |
| The Seven Stars | The Seven Stars, 7 Albion Road | 252 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nichol And Cau | 6 Railway Street, North Shields | 246 yd | |
| Sweet Dreams North Tyneside | 11 - 13 West Percy Street, North Shields | 247 yd | |
| Jeera | 1A Albion Road, North Shields | 253 yd | |
| Miami Pizza 2 | 16 West Percy Street, North Shields | 270 yd | |
| Rajapur Bangladeshi Kitchen | 64 Church Way, North Shields | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Supermarket North Shields | Asda, 40 Saville Street | 141 yd | |
| Pound Stretcher | 50/50A, Bedford Street | 217 yd | |
| Heron Foods Limited | First Second And Third Floors, 78 - 80 Bedford Street | 236 yd | |
| North Shields Mini Market Ltd | 5 Saville Street West, North Shields | 368 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ymca (North Tyneside) CHURCH WAY | health and fitness suite | 211 yd |
| St. Cuthberts Roman Catholic Primary School Lovaine Place | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Spring Gardens Primary School BRIGHTMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 761 yd |
| King Edward Primary School PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Energie Fitness PRESTON AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 894 yd |
| Percy Park Rfc THE CLUB HOUSE THE CLUB HOUSE PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Waterville Primary School WATERVILLE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Collingwood View Playing Fields FINCHDALE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,037 yd |
| Kings Priory School (Preston Avenue Pitches) PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 18.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.