Vespasian Avenue is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE33 2EL is located in the Beacon and Bents electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vespasian Avenue, South Shields, NE33 2EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE33 2EJ, NE33 2AN, NE33 2AL, NE33 2AP, NE33 2EN, NE33 2EW, NE33 2AR, NE33 2EH, NE33 2AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE33 2EL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 50.1% | 48.5% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 49.9% | 51.5% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 35.5% | 29.9% | -5.6% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 47.6% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 9% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 43.9% | 45.6% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 38.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 10.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 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 | 18.5% | 15.9% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 6.9% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 12.5% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.5% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 15.2% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31% | 41.2% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 7.4% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.8% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 15.4% | 13.4% | -2.0% | 1.1% | 12.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 80.4% | 78.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | -3.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 86.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 86.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 86.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 10% | 9.4% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 3% | -6.5% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 16.6% | 6.5% | 10.1% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vespasian Avenue was 52.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.5% lower than the Beacon and Bents average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vespasian Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Beacon and Bents and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Vespasian Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2024-05-21 | £133,724 |
| 34 Vespasian Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2020-05-15 | £129,715 |
| 50 Vespasian Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-09-06 | £220,335 |
| 56 Vespasian Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2018-02-23 | £241,161 |
| 54 Vespasian Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £169,500 | 2016-07-21 | £242,618 |
NE33 2EL 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 1,285 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 5,011 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadrian Primary School Baring Street , NE33 2BB | 4out of 4 | 206 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park Primary School Hatfield Square , Woodbine Estate NE33 2RD | 4out of 4 | 731 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields Claypath Lane , NE33 4PG | - not rated | 1,221 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westoe Crown Primary School Sea Winnings Way , NE33 3NS | 3out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Kielder Terrace , NE30 2AD | 3out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortimer Community College Reading Road , NE33 4UG | 2out of 4 | 2,699 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 2,759 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 3,013 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 3,014 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 3,410 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,533 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 4,882 yd | Foundation 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 | 2,194 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 | 1,926 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 2,683 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 2,994 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 3,143 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 3,153 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandoori Internationale | 97 Ocean Road, South Shields | 398 yd | |
| Eltio | 172 Ocean Road, South Shields | 431 yd | |
| Indian Brasserie | 146 Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd | |
| Italianish | 118 Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd | |
| Sea Change Cafe & Arts Venue | 158 Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Look Out | 178 Fort Street, South Shields | 95 yd | |
| Harbour Lights | 101 Lawe Road, South Shields | 229 yd | |
| Alum House | River Drive, South Shields | 394 yd | |
| The Pier | 140 Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd | |
| The Marine Public House | 230 Ocean Road, South Shields | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal China | 87 Ocean Road, South Shields | 397 yd | |
| Noodle Noodles | 112 Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd | |
| The Curry Centre | 154 Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd | |
| Rostami's Pizzas and Grills | 148a Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd | |
| Smiths Chippy | 108-110 Ocean Road, South Shields | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 25 Ocean Road, South Shields | 561 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 17-18 Market Place, South Shields | 939 yd | |
| ASDA | 15 Coronation Street, South Shields | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Road Community Centre Ocean Road | 450 yd | |
| Haven Point Pool & Leisure Complex PIER PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 521 yd |
| Olympic Fitness Centre (Closed) Fowler Street | health and fitness suite | 682 yd |
| Health Spa QUEEN STREET | health and fitness suite | 754 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.