Southlands is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE30 2QS is located in the Tynemouth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southlands, North Shields, NE30 2QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE30 2QP, NE30 2TN, NE30 2TW, NE30 2TP, NE30 3QR, NE30 2TG, NE30 2TL, NE30 3QF, NE30 3QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE30 2QS has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.5% 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 | 52.7% | 58.5% | 5.8% | 51.0% | 7.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 41.5% | -5.8% | 49.0% | -7.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE30 2QS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.5% | 20.1% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 59.8% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 11.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 43.1% | 50.4% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 33.5% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 12.1% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13% | 14.6% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 15.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 14.1% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.5% | 42.7% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 8.9% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| White | 96.2% | 96.9% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.7% | 96.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.4% | 76.7% | 19.7% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southlands was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.3% lower than the North Shields average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southlands has the 24th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in North Shields and the 235th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Southlands, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £671,000 | 2022-10-03 | £712,644 |
| 30 Southlands, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £699,000 | 2022-04-01 | £791,504 |
| 1 Southlands, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2021-11-10 | £884,167 |
| 2 Southlands, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2021-03-31 | £757,857 |
| 22 Southlands, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2020-12-18 | £770,081 |
NE30 2QS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE30 2QS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 1,515 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkhouse Primary School Wallington Avenue , NE30 3SH | 3out of 4 | 379 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Primary School Preston Avenue , North Shields NE30 2BD | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Farringdon Road , Cullercoats NE30 3EY | - not rated | 1,010 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Grange Primary School Chiltern Road , Preston Grange NE29 9QL | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cullercoats Primary School Marden Avenue , Cullercoats NE30 4PB | 3out of 4 | 1,397 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 | 450 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 532 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,624 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 2,869 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 | 1,886 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 2,221 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 3,310 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 3,842 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 | 4,868 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 | 1,471 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 | 120 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 2,421 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 4,132 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 4,675 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 4,884 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods | 142 The Broadway, Tynemouth | 591 yd | |
| Charlie Rose Cafe | 21 Buttermere Road, Cullercoats | 654 yd | |
| Tynemouth Cricket Club | Cricket Club Cottage, Preston Avenue | 722 yd | |
| Clifford's Mews Cafe | Bistro At, Cliffords Mews Housing 21 | 758 yd | |
| Robinson Crusoes | Cafe C, Long Sands | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Border Terrier | Hartington Road, Cullercoats | 635 yd | |
| Spread Eagle Inn | Front Street, Preston | 688 yd | |
| Percy Park Rugby Football | Percy Park Rugby Football Ground, Preston Avenue | 784 yd | |
| Tynemouth Golf Club | Golf Club At Spital Dene And, King Edward Road | 816 yd | |
| The Dolphin Inn | Dolphin Inn, King Edward Road | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Chau | 14 Buttermere Road, Cullercoats | 650 yd | |
| Golden Phoenix | 1 Livingstone View, Tynemouth | 876 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 12, Collingwood Centre | 882 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Units 7 And 8, Collingwood Centre | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys (New Broadway) | 32 The Broadway, Tynemouth | 612 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Preston North Road | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Monkhouse Primary School WALLINGTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 385 yd |
| Marden High School HARTINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| John Spence Community High School PRESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 485 yd |
| Tynemouth Cricket Club PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Kings Priory School (Preston Avenue Pitches) PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Tynemouth Golf Club Ltd TYNEMOUTH GOLF COURSE TYNEMOUTH GOLF COURSE KING EDWARD ROAD | golf | 667 yd |
| Tynemouth Swimming Pool PRESTON NORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 778 yd |
| Energie Fitness PRESTON AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 810 yd |
| Percy Park Rfc THE CLUB HOUSE THE CLUB HOUSE PRESTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Links Avenue Playing Fields WHITTINGHAM CLOSE | grass pitches | 856 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 | 175.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.