Dean Road is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE33 4AZ is located in the West Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dean Road, South Shields, NE33 4AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE33 4AQ, NE33 4BY, NE33 4BA, NE33 4BZ, NE33 4AW, NE33 4AN, NE33 4AY, NE33 4JB, NE33 4AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE33 4AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.6% | 50% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 NE33 4AZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% 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 | 49.8% | 46.3% | -3.5% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33% | 28% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -16.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 17.1% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 42.1% | 34.5% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -13.9% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 36.9% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 23.2% | 9.8% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 18.6% | 18.7% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 8.8% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16.4% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 10.5% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 17.5% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 25.1% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 96.4% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 94.5% | 92.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 5% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 92.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.5% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.4% | 37.2% | 18.2% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dean Road was 167.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 115.5% higher than the Horsley Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dean Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Horsley Hill and the 110th highest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-05-22 | £89,835 |
| 115A Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £79,998 | 2023-03-22 | £87,518 |
| 123 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-12-07 | £74,353 |
| 121 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £48,500 | 2021-09-30 | £54,756 |
| 145 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2021-08-31 | £65,066 |
NE33 4AZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,344 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 4,821 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 4,982 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laygate Community School Laygate Lane , NE33 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 183 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Primary School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | 4out of 4 | 837 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields Claypath Lane , NE33 4PG | - not rated | 846 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanhope Primary School Gresford Street , NE33 4SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Primary School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 1,076 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 | 722 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 4out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 3,739 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jarrow School Field Terrace , NE32 5PR | 3out of 4 | 4,341 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 | 818 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 | 3,988 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 | 896 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 2,115 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lazy Daisy | 2 Marlborough Street North, South Shields | 69 yd | |
| The Pink Elephant Deli | 134 Dean Road, South Shields | 106 yd | |
| Hospitality & Hope | Hampden Street Centre, Hampden Street | 201 yd | |
| The Spud Inn | 75A Mortimer Road, South Shields | 309 yd | |
| Westoe Cafe/Cinnamon Kitchen | 42-44 Dean Road, South Shields | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cyprus Hotel | 48 Chichester Road, South Shields | 126 yd | |
| South Shields Snooker Centre | First Floor, 48 Chichester Road | 126 yd | |
| The Chichester Arms | 1-3 Chichester Road, South Shields | 135 yd | |
| Armstrong Hall Social Club | Armstrong Hall, Stanhope Road | 334 yd | |
| Hedworth Hall | Hedworth Assembly Rooms, The Hedworth Hall | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheba's Kitchen | 190 Dean Road, South Shields | 45 yd | |
| Stanhope Tandoori | 156A Dean Road, South Shields | 45 yd | |
| Marios | 7 Stanhope Parade, South Shields | 101 yd | |
| Wonderful Wok | 122 Dean Road, South Shields | 106 yd | |
| The Gold Lion | 97 Dean Road, South Shields | 113 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Chichester Road, South Shields | 327 yd | |
| Aldi | Chichester Road, South Shields | 327 yd | |
| Ahmeds International Superstore | Ahmeds, 2 New George Street | 515 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 10-12 Frederick Street, South Shields | 625 yd | |
| LIDL Stores | 193 Laygate, South Shields | 631 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Laygate Community School LAYGATE | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| South Shields And Westoe Club SOUTH SHIELDS AND WESTOE CLUB SOUTH SHIELDS AND WESTOE CLUB DEAN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 350 yd |
| New Woman (Ladies Only) (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 358 yd |
| Trinity House Social Centre (Closed) LAYGATE | health and fitness suite | 375 yd |
| Total Fitness (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 384 yd |
| Mortimer Community Association & Comprehensive School READING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 660 yd |
| West Park WEST PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 665 yd |
| 1861 Lifestyle Centre St. Georges Avenue | health and fitness suite | 695 yd |
| Robert Readhead Park GROSVENOR ROAD | tennis courts | 712 yd |
| Brinkburn Recreation Ground ULLSWATER GARDENS | grass pitches | 948 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 | 88.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.