Elgin Street is in Jarrow and in South Tyneside district. NE32 4BE is located in the Bede electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Jarrow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elgin Street, Jarrow, NE32 4BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE32 4HP, NE32 4JS, NE32 4AX, NE32 4JT, NE32 4HW, NE32 4AY, NE32 4HN, NE32 4BD, NE32 4AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE32 4BE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents 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 | 52.1% | 49.3% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.7% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 37% | 40% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.8% | 36.4% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 12% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 6.2% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 35.9% | 49.2% | 13.3% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 28.6% | -8.5% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 12.1% | -4.7% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 7.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 23% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 6.3% | -12.4% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 17.6% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 7.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 23.4% | 10.9% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 22.1% | 14.3% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 98.3% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.1% | 98.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 98.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elgin Street was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.1% lower than the Bede average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elgin Street has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 108 local areas in Bede and the 185th lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Elgin Street, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2023-02-06 | £102,191 |
| 26 Elgin Street, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-08-10 | £118,437 |
| 6 Elgin Street, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2022-02-11 | £152,540 |
| 23 Elgin Street, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2022-02-04 | £141,730 |
| 28 Elgin Street, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2021-03-19 | £153,195 |
NE32 4BE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 1,973 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunn Street Nursery School Minster Parade , NE32 3QH | - not rated | 2,211 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 2,268 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 2,692 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simonside Primary School Glasgow Road , NE32 4AU | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Ayr Drive , NE32 4AW | - not rated | 455 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Ayr Drive , NE32 4AW | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkton Academy Dame Flora Robson Avenue , NE34 9RD | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkton Junior School Dame Flora Robson Avenue , NE34 9RD | - not rated | 606 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jarrow School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | 3out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | - not rated | 1,712 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chuter Ede Comprehensive School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9UG | - not rated | 1,980 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hedworthfield Comprehensive School Cornhill , Hedworth Estate NE32 4QD | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | - not rated | 2,370 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 4,142 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 4,769 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Middle School St Peter's Road , NE28 7LQ | - not rated | 5,087 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 5,276 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,082 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Galsworthy Centre C/O Chuter Ede Education Centre , Galsworthy Road NE34 9UG | - not rated | 1,980 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SBC School St Bede's Chambers , Albert Road NE32 5RR | - not rated | 2,517 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenfields School Victoria Road East , NE31 1YQ | - not rated | 2,785 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 2,807 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 2,847 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manda Panda Pantry | 64 Stanhope Road, Jarrow | 502 yd | |
| Burger King | Towers Place, South Shields | 532 yd | |
| Mcdonalds | Towers Place, South Shields | 532 yd | |
| Tesco Colleague Room | Tesco, Towers Place | 532 yd | |
| Fork'n Service CIC | Low Simonside Community Centre, Taunton Avenue | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Hackle | Perth Avenue, Jarrow | 371 yd | |
| The Alley | Tasmania Road, South Shields | 559 yd | |
| Nightime Golf | 6c Shaftesbury Avenue, South Shields | 750 yd | |
| Saint Simonside Ltd | Simonside Workingmens Social Club, 197-199 Winskell Road | 903 yd | |
| The Bridge | Wenlock Road, South Shields | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tony's Golden Fish & Chips | 93-95 Edinburgh Road, Jarrow | 307 yd | |
| Tasty Food House Jarrow | Tasty Food House/India Cafe, 113-115 Edinburgh Road | 359 yd | |
| Simons Take-away | 1 Tasmania Road, South Shields | 559 yd | |
| Codfellas | 62 Stanhope Road, Jarrow | 568 yd | |
| Conelab Street Food | 11 Kirkstone Avenue, Jarrow | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore, Towers Place | 532 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 7-13 Binchester Street, South Shields | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perth Green Community Association INVERNESS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 560 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields HADRIAN ROAD | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Biltons Hall Community Trust TAUNTON AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 706 yd |
| Lord Blyton Primary School BLYTON AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 915 yd |
| Simonside Outdoor Adventure SIMONSIDE YOUTH CENTRE SIMONSIDE YOUTH CENTRE ST SIMON STREET | health and fitness suite | 975 yd |
| South Shields Football Club SHAFTESBURY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,066 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 225.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.