Fife Avenue is in Jarrow and in South Tyneside district. NE32 4JQ 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 Fife Avenue, Jarrow, NE32 4JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE32 4HY, NE32 4JL, NE32 4JH, NE32 4JP, NE32 4JJ, NE32 4HX, NE32 4JW, NE32 4JG, NE32 4HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE32 4JQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 52.3% | 47.6% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 47.7% | 52.4% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 NE32 4JQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 36% | 48.2% | 12.2% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 27.7% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 1.8% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 17.9% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 8.8% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 4.5% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 36% | 42.7% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31.8% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 17.8% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 5.9% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 16.7% | -17.9% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 12.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 10.8% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.5% | 7.7% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 28.8% | 17.0% | 16.9% | 11.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 21.2% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.5% | 96.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 99.2% | 97.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 97.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| 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 Fife Avenue was 77.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.1% lower than the Bede average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fife Avenue has the 38th lowest crime rate of 108 local areas in Bede and the 264th highest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Fife Avenue, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-05-16 | £133,254 |
| 19 Fife Avenue, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2019-06-07 | £104,535 |
| 44 Fife Avenue, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-09-05 | £132,888 |
| 2 Fife Avenue, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2018-01-26 | £159,157 |
| 13 Fife Avenue, Jarrow, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2016-07-29 | £170,913 |
NE32 4JQ 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Other | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 1,686 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,251 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,935 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sue Hedley Nursery School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 4out of 4 | 3,547 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hylton Red House Nursery School Rotherham Road , Red House Estate SR5 5QL | 4out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Ayr Drive , NE32 4AW | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Simonside Primary School Glasgow Road , NE32 4AU | 3out of 4 | 597 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkton Academy Dame Flora Robson Avenue , NE34 9RD | 3out of 4 | 824 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkton Infants' School St Simon Street , NE34 9SD | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Hall Infants' School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9JD | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | 2out of 4 | 1,869 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jarrow School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 3,041 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hebburn Comprehensive School Campbell Park Road , NE31 2QU | 3out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Community College Reading Road , NE33 4UG | 2out of 4 | 3,647 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 | 4,394 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 2,191 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 3,069 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 3,088 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keelman's Way School Campbell Park Road , NE31 1QY | 3out of 4 | 3,433 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Towers Place, South Shields | 1,089 yd | |
| Mcdonalds | Towers Place, South Shields | 1,089 yd | |
| Tesco Colleague Room | Tesco, Towers Place | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Hackle | Perth Avenue, Jarrow | 275 yd | |
| The Alley | Tasmania Road, South Shields | 435 yd | |
| Saint Simonside Ltd | Simonside Workingmens Social Club, 197-199 Winskell Road | 857 yd | |
| The Colliery Tavern | 2 Hedworth Lane, Boldon Colliery | 922 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | 68 Hedworth Lane, Boldon Colliery | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Food House Jarrow | Tasty Food House/India Cafe, 113-115 Edinburgh Road | 269 yd | |
| Tony's Golden Fish & Chips | 93-95 Edinburgh Road, Jarrow | 319 yd | |
| Simons Take-away | 1 Tasmania Road, South Shields | 435 yd | |
| Conelab Street Food | 11 Kirkstone Avenue, Jarrow | 830 yd | |
| Mary's Fish & Chips | 10 Seton Walk, South Shields | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore, Towers Place | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Perth Green Community Association INVERNESS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 352 yd |
| Simonside Outdoor Adventure SIMONSIDE YOUTH CENTRE SIMONSIDE YOUTH CENTRE ST SIMON STREET | health and fitness suite | 908 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields HADRIAN ROAD | grass pitches | 991 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 | 179.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.