Beach Road is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE33 2NN 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 Beach Road, South Shields, NE33 2NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE33 2NH, NE33 2NW, NE33 2NF, NE33 2NJ, NE33 2NB, NE33 2NL, NE33 2PF, NE33 2NG, NE33 2NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE33 2NN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.7% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.3% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.9% | 30.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 48.4% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 3.9% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -5.2% |
| Widowed | 11% | 13% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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 | 46.6% | 49.2% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 30.7% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 17.8% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 1.7% | -4.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 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.
In the area around NE33 2NN this area, 29.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 29.8% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 12.3% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.5% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 15.5% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 27% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 96.8% | 86.4% | -10.4% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 8.6% | 8.2% | 0.1% | 8.5% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 96.8% | 98.7% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 98.7% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beach Road was 475.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.1% higher than the Beacon and Bents average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beach Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Beacon and Bents and the 18th highest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 211.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152 Beach Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2025-12-12 | £447,668 |
| 154 Beach Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-10-04 | £314,740 |
| 150C Beach Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-01-20 | £177,625 |
| 166 Beach Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £437,000 | 2022-06-21 | £494,965 |
| 150B Beach Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2020-01-29 | £142,808 |
NE33 2NN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NE33 2NN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 NE33 2NN 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 | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 2,018 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 2,448 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downhill Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 2,681 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 3,475 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Park Primary School Hatfield Square , Woodbine Estate NE33 2RD | 4out of 4 | 409 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park Primary School Hatfield Square , Woodbine Estate NE33 2RD | - not rated | 409 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westoe Crown Primary School Sea Winnings Way , NE33 3NS | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mowbray Junior Mixed School Wardle Avenue , NE33 3BL | - not rated | 878 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westoe Infants' School Chichester Road East , NE33 3AB | - not rated | 902 yd | Community 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 | - not rated | 2,127 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Gardner Community High School Albion Road West , NE29 0JN | - not rated | 2,863 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 2,877 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 2,877 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Technology College Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | - not rated | 2,917 yd | Community 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 | 5,311 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 5,367 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 5,416 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 | 1,485 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 3,356 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 | 2,522 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 1,840 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashleigh School Charlotte Street , NE30 1BP | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nty03 - North Tyneside Primary C.O.Suit 1.6 Saville Street , Howards House NE30 1NT | - not rated | 1,999 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | - not rated | 2,371 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Pizza & Grill | 188 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Cafe India | 200 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Royal Tandoori & Balti Restaurant | 216-218 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Kuzey | 166-168 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Colmans of South Shields | 176-186 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marine Public House | 230 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Dunes Adventure Island | Dune Adventure Island, Sea Road | 423 yd | |
| The Pier | 140 Ocean Road, South Shields | 461 yd | |
| The Sand Dancer | The Sandancer, Sea Road | 512 yd | |
| The Voyager | 145 Anderson Street, South Shields | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown of India | 214 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Southern Fried Chicken | 192 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Dilshad | 224 Ocean Road, South Shields | 355 yd | |
| Log Cabin Fisheries SITE 61A | A Sheeran, Sea Road | 423 yd | |
| Crazy Golf Kiosk | A Sheeran, Sea Road | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 25 Ocean Road, South Shields | 756 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit R0, Village Centre, Sea Winnings Way | 846 yd | |
| ASDA | 15 Coronation Street, South Shields | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haven Point Pool & Leisure Complex PIER PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 445 yd |
| Ocean Road Community Centre Ocean Road | 611 yd | |
| Bents Park Recreation Ground (The Dragon) BENTS PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Olympic Fitness Centre (Closed) Fowler Street | health and fitness suite | 765 yd |
| Gypsies Green Stadium GYPSIES GREEN STADIUM GYPSIES GREEN STADIUM SEA ROAD | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| The Gym (South Shields) Crossgate | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 964 yd |
| Health Spa QUEEN STREET | health and fitness suite | 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.