Park Crescent is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE30 2HR 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 Park Crescent, North Shields, NE30 2HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE30 2HT, NE30 2EN, NE30 2EW, NE30 2HP, NE30 2HY, NE30 2AU, NE30 2HW, NE30 2JA, NE30 2HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE30 2HR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% of residents 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 | 58.2% | 54.7% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 41.8% | 45.3% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 30% | 30.2% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 43% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 11.5% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 16% | 10.6% | -5.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.6% | 45.8% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 25.1% | 32.4% | 7.3% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 13.4% | -7.5% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 5.8% | -4.7% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 14.3% | -10.1% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 5% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 8.4% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.3% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 51.3% | 15.4% | 33.8% | 17.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.4% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.8% | 95.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Crescent was 32.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% lower than the North Shields average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Crescent has the 30th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in North Shields and the 226th lowest crime rate of 705 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Park Crescent, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2024-12-19 | £182,692 |
| 29 Park Crescent, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2024-11-15 | £479,554 |
| 49 Park Crescent, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-10-04 | £251,673 |
| 55 Park Crescent, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-05-31 | £177,681 |
| 41 Park Crescent, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2023-10-13 | £176,015 |
NE30 2HR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 131 |
| Retired | 103 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 670 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 2,928 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Shields Nursery School St John's Terrace , Percy Main NE29 6HS | - not rated | 3,031 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 4,126 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 4,898 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward Primary School Preston Avenue , North Shields NE30 2BD | - not rated | 324 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Kielder Terrace , NE30 2AD | 3out of 4 | 519 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | 2out of 4 | 970 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Gardens Primary School Brightman Road , NE29 0HP | - not rated | 970 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Roman Catholic Primary School Aided Lovaine Place , NE29 0BU | - not rated | 1,152 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 | 1,181 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 2out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 1,547 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 3out of 4 | 2,458 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 | 2,994 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JW | 3out of 4 | 3,297 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 4,071 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 4,272 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | - not rated | 4,393 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 | 1,324 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Coast College St George's Avenue , NE34 6ET | - not rated | 3,763 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Tyneside College Embleton Avenue , NE28 9NJ | - not rated | 4,890 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyne Metropolitan College Battle Hill Drive , NE28 9NL | - not rated | 5,136 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 | 1,188 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashleigh School Charlotte Street , NE30 1BP | - not rated | 563 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nty03 - North Tyneside Primary C.O.Suit 1.6 Saville Street , Howards House NE30 1NT | - not rated | 792 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Young Mothers Unit Tynemetropolitan College Sixth Form Academy Site , Alexandra Building NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 1,948 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linskill Park Bistro | Restaurant Within Linskill Park Sheltered Housing, Linskill Park | 169 yd | |
| Cafe 32 + Community Kitchen (nursery) | Clock Tower Coffee Shop, Linskill Centre | 181 yd | |
| 19 Restaurant @TGC | Golf Club At Spital Dene And, King Edward Road | 340 yd | |
| Glasshouse Tea Room | Northumberland Park Visitor Centre And Tea Room, King Edward Road | 383 yd | |
| Kiki's Kabin | 34 Albion Road, North Shields | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Park Rugby Football | Percy Park Rugby Football Ground, Preston Avenue | 332 yd | |
| Tynemouth Golf Club | Golf Club At Spital Dene And, King Edward Road | 340 yd | |
| King Street Social Club And Institute Ltd | 27 King Street, North Shields | 362 yd | |
| Tynemouth Lodge Hotel | Public House, Tynemouth Lodge Hotel | 500 yd | |
| The Seven Stars | The Seven Stars, 7 Albion Road | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Of The Orient | 2 Coburg Street, North Shields | 157 yd | |
| Silver Moon Take Away | 106 Grey Street, North Shields | 192 yd | |
| Massimos | 170 Tynemouth Road, North Shields | 311 yd | |
| Fortune City | 7A Trevor Terrace, North Shields | 553 yd | |
| Jeera | 1A Albion Road, North Shields | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pound Stretcher | 50/50A, Bedford Street | 773 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket North Shields | Asda, 40 Saville Street | 802 yd | |
| Heron Foods Limited | First Second And Third Floors, 78 - 80 Bedford Street | 825 yd | |
| North Shields Mini Market Ltd | 5 Saville Street West, North Shields | 1,037 yd | |
| Sainsburys (New Broadway) | 32 The Broadway, Tynemouth | 1,078 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Edward Primary School PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Energie Fitness PRESTON AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 373 yd |
| Percy Park Rfc THE CLUB HOUSE THE CLUB HOUSE PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Kings Priory School (Preston Avenue Pitches) PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Tynemouth Golf Club Ltd TYNEMOUTH GOLF COURSE TYNEMOUTH GOLF COURSE KING EDWARD ROAD | golf | 474 yd |
| Tynemouth Cricket Club PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Ymca (North Tyneside) CHURCH WAY | health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| The Kings School HUNTINGDON PLACE | health and fitness suite | 1,030 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.