Maxwell Street is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE33 4PU 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 Maxwell Street, South Shields, NE33 4PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE33 4NT, NE33 4LQ, NE33 4LW, NE33 4PN, NE33 5QZ, NE33 4LL, NE33 4LJ, NE33 4LN, NE33 5DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE33 4PU is primarily male, with 55.2% of the population 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 | 45% | 44.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -6.2% |
| Male | 55% | 55.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 6.2% |
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 4PU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.3% 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 | 48.9% | 56.3% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.1% | 26.3% | 6.2% | 44.2% | -17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 5.4% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Divorced | 24.7% | 9% | -15.7% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 | 39% | 45.1% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 28.6% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 22.5% | 15.5% | -7.0% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 11% | 6.6% | -4.4% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.7% | 24.1% | -15.6% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 18.1% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 8.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 16.3% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 12% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.9% | 19.9% | 13.0% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 6.3% | 5.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 6.9% | 13% | 6.1% | 1.1% | 11.9% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 6.3% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 3.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 73.9% | 58.5% | -15.4% | 81.4% | -22.9% |
| Arab | 5% | 6.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.7% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 68.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 68.7% | -11.6% | 83.2% | -14.5% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 5.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.3% | 19.4% | 6.1% | 5.6% | 13.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.4% | 68.4% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 12.7% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 10.4% | 6.3% | 2.2% | 8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 2.4% | -4.0% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56% | 76.7% | -20.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% |
| Southern Asia | 7.7% | 1.2% | 6.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 21.9% | 46.2% | -24.3% |
| Muslim | 29% | 6.5% | 22.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maxwell Street was 351.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.9% lower than the Beacon and Bents average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maxwell Street has the 17th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Beacon and Bents and the 37th highest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 158.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Maxwell Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-04-30 | £179,401 |
| 36 Maxwell Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £9,500 | 2021-11-29 | £10,277 |
| 26 Maxwell Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £14,000 | 2021-11-29 | £15,144 |
| 39 Maxwell Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-08-07 | £146,795 |
| 16 Maxwell Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £8,000 | 2016-06-28 | £9,905 |
NE33 4PU area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 11% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in NE33 4PU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Retired | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 2,669 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 3,915 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields Claypath Lane , NE33 4PG | - not rated | 350 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Community School Laygate Lane , NE33 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 551 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park Primary School Hatfield Square , Woodbine Estate NE33 2RD | 4out of 4 | 915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westoe Crown Primary School Sea Winnings Way , NE33 3NS | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadrian Primary School Baring Street , NE33 2BB | 4out of 4 | 1,437 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 | 1,450 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 2,074 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 4out of 4 | 2,769 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 3,126 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 3,860 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 | 1,283 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 | 3,347 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 | 1,193 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 | 1,780 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 1,826 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 3,871 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Studio | 78 Victoria Road, South Shields | 217 yd | |
| Mambo Express | 3 St Hilda Street, South Shields | 335 yd | |
| Park Lane Cards | 136 Fowler Street, South Shields | 470 yd | |
| Kashmir Tandoori Restaurant | 20 Frederick Street, South Shields | 483 yd | |
| AJWA/Meat and Sweet | 56-58 Frederick Street, Frederick Street | 483 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Maltings | 9 Claypath Lane, South Shields | 261 yd | |
| Bar Blue | Western Approach, South Shields | 269 yd | |
| South Shields Nat Unionist Wkgmens C | South Shields Unionist Club, Laygate | 374 yd | |
| The Britannia | The Britannia Hotel, Charlotte Terrace | 385 yd | |
| Cask Lounge | 1 Charlotte Terrace, South Shields | 404 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Deli | 70-72 New Green Street, South Shields | 299 yd | |
| Masterchef | 2 New Green Street, South Shields | 331 yd | |
| Westoe Golden Chippy | 58 Westoe Road, South Shields | 350 yd | |
| Grannys Kitchen | 40 Westoe Road, South Shields | 350 yd | |
| Rap Extra | Rap Xtra, 83 Laygate | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIDL Stores | 193 Laygate, South Shields | 359 yd | |
| Iceland | Chichester Road, South Shields | 413 yd | |
| Aldi | Chichester Road, South Shields | 413 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 10-12 Frederick Street, South Shields | 483 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit R0, Village Centre, Sea Winnings Way | 497 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym (South Shields) Crossgate | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 270 yd |
| Kodokwai Judo Club TRINITY POINT TRINITY POINT COMMERCIAL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 467 yd |
| Laygate Community School LAYGATE | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| Trinity House Social Centre (Closed) LAYGATE | health and fitness suite | 491 yd |
| Olympic Fitness Centre (Closed) Fowler Street | health and fitness suite | 750 yd |
| Health Spa QUEEN STREET | health and fitness suite | 794 yd |
| New Woman (Ladies Only) (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 869 yd |
| Total Fitness (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 878 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 | 939 yd |
| Ocean Road Community Centre Ocean Road | 980 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.