North Main Court is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE33 3GB is located in the Horsley Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 2008-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Main Court, South Shields, NE33 3GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE33 3NX, NE33 3NA, NE33 3GD, NE33 3GG, NE33 3NY, NE33 2NQ, NE33 3GE, NE33 3NE, NE33 2NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE33 3GB 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 | 52% | 48.5% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 48% | 51.5% | 3.5% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NE33 3GB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 38.2% | 24.2% | -14.0% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 55.4% | 15.6% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 7% | 1.6% | -5.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 10.2% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 53.4% | 52.8% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 27.7% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 14.7% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 11.2% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 5.9% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 10.7% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21.5% | 20.3% | -1.2% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.9% | 43.9% | 9.0% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.1% | 93.5% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 97.3% | 95.2% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 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 | 97.3% | 95.2% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.6% | 76.7% | 15.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 62% | 46.2% | 15.8% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Main Court was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.7% lower than the Beacon and Bents average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Main Court has the 5th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Beacon and Bents and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 North Main Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2024-06-20 | £170,875 |
| 110 North Main Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-01-26 | £158,467 |
| 108 North Main Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2022-11-11 | £142,847 |
| 74 North Main Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2022-08-12 | £56,327 |
| 142 North Main Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-05-27 | £149,702 |
NE33 3GB 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| 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 | 2,305 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 5,195 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westoe Crown Primary School Sea Winnings Way , NE33 3NS | 3out of 4 | 301 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park Primary School Hatfield Square , Woodbine Estate NE33 2RD | 4out of 4 | 576 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields Claypath Lane , NE33 4PG | - not rated | 933 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Primary School Baring Street , NE33 2BB | 4out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Community School Laygate Lane , NE33 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,451 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,928 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 4out of 4 | 2,637 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 2,680 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 3,899 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 3,961 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 | 1,244 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 | 2,788 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 1,842 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 2,347 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 2,478 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 3,801 yd | Foundation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac N Alli | Unit R6, Village Centre | 262 yd | |
| Quasar | Quasar South Shields, Sea Road | 494 yd | |
| The New Sundial | The Sundial, Sea Road | 494 yd | |
| Sambuca | Dune Adventure Island, Sea Road | 494 yd | |
| Colmans Seafood Temple | Sea Road, South Shields | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sand Dancer | The Sandancer, Sea Road | 367 yd | |
| The New Crown | Mowbray Road, South Shields | 455 yd | |
| Dunes Adventure Island | Dune Adventure Island, Sea Road | 494 yd | |
| The Marine Public House | 230 Ocean Road, South Shields | 725 yd | |
| The Voyager | 145 Anderson Street, South Shields | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Log Cabin Fisheries SITE 61A | A Sheeran, Sea Road | 494 yd | |
| Crazy Golf Kiosk | A Sheeran, Sea Road | 494 yd | |
| Marine City | 14 Osborne Avenue, South Shields | 611 yd | |
| The Crown of India | 214 Ocean Road, South Shields | 725 yd | |
| Southern Fried Chicken | 192 Ocean Road, South Shields | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit R0, Village Centre, Sea Winnings Way | 831 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 25 Ocean Road, South Shields | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bents Park Recreation Ground (The Dragon) BENTS PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 326 yd |
| Gypsies Green Stadium GYPSIES GREEN STADIUM GYPSIES GREEN STADIUM SEA ROAD | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Haven Point Pool & Leisure Complex PIER PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 756 yd |
| Jack Clark Park Horsley Hill Road | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| South Shields Indoor Bowls Club JACK CLARK PARK JACK CLARK PARK HORSLEY HILL ROAD | indoor bowls | 799 yd |
| Ocean Road Community Centre Ocean Road | 952 yd | |
| Olympic Fitness Centre (Closed) Fowler Street | health and fitness suite | 1,054 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 | 70.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.7% |
| 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 | 71.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.