Barrington Avenue is in North Shields and in North Tyneside district. NE30 3HG is located in the Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barrington Avenue, North Shields, NE30 3HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE30 3HQ, NE30 3HE, NE30 3UP, NE30 3HJ, NE25 8UR, NE30 3HD, NE25 8UW, NE30 3HF, NE25 8UN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE30 3HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 3HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 19.3% | 21.2% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.1% | 60.2% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 9.3% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 39% | 51.6% | 12.6% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 32.7% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 12.4% | -6.4% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 21.4% | 13.2% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.7% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 14.9% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 10.6% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.9% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 31.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.7% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.8% 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% | 97.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barrington Avenue was 17.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.4% lower than the Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barrington Avenue has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Cullercoats & Whitley Bay South and the 119th lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 340.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Barrington Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-11-22 | £297,287 |
| 18 Barrington Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-11-17 | £345,703 |
| 4 Barrington Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2020-03-09 | £301,913 |
| 8 Barrington Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2019-12-12 | £268,903 |
| 7 Barrington Avenue, North Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2017-12-07 | £314,642 |
NE30 3HG 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 3HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,812 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, Whitley Bay Seatonville Road , NE25 9EG | - not rated | 583 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Farringdon Road , Cullercoats NE30 3EY | - not rated | 597 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Grange Primary School Chiltern Road , Preston Grange NE29 9QL | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appletree Gardens First School Appletree Gardens , Monkseaton NE25 8XS | 3out of 4 | 799 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkhouse Primary School Wallington Avenue , NE30 3SH | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 477 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Bay High School Deneholm , NE25 9AS | 4out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 2,136 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 945 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 2,041 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 2,614 yd | Community 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 | 2,685 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,570 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverdale School Langdale Gardens , Howdon NE28 0HG | 3out of 4 | 4,083 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 4,378 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Out Of School Club | St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School, Farringdon Road | 495 yd | |
| Wynn's Catering | Cafe Within, Whitley Bay Ice Rink | 534 yd | |
| Clifford's Mews Cafe | Bistro At, Cliffords Mews Housing 21 | 693 yd | |
| Charlie Rose Cafe | 21 Buttermere Road, Cullercoats | 724 yd | |
| Stella's | 19 Farringdon Road, Cullercoats | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Foxhunters | The Foxhunters Public House, Preston North Road | 388 yd | |
| Whitley Bay Football Club Ltd | Football Pavilion At Hillheads Park, Rink Way | 499 yd | |
| Miller And Carter Tynemouth | Preston North Road, North Shields | 666 yd | |
| The Kitchen @ The Sandpiper | The Sandpiper, Farringdon Road | 913 yd | |
| The Sand Piper | The Sandpiper, Farringdon Road | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amigo Pizza | Unit C, Foxhunters Industrial Estate | 281 yd | |
| Wing Chau | 14 Buttermere Road, Cullercoats | 748 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 12, Collingwood Centre | 999 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Units 7 And 8, Collingwood Centre | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Store, Foxhunters Road | 281 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Preston North Road | 999 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hillheads Park FOOTBALL PITCH AT HILLHEADS PARK FOOTBALL PITCH AT HILLHEADS PARK RINK WAY | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Foxhunters Playing Field PRESTON NORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 389 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic Primary School Aided FARRINGDON ROAD | grass pitches | 497 yd |
| Whitley Bay Ice Rink HILLHEADS ROAD | ice rinks | 535 yd |
| Whitley Bay Cricket Club HOTSPUR AVENUE | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Preston Grange Primary School CHILTERN DRIVE | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Monkseaton High School SEATONVILLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 763 yd |
| Whitley Bay Rockcliff Rfc LOVAINE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Curves (North Shields) FARRINGDON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 887 yd |
| Monkhouse Primary School WALLINGTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 189 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.