Wantage Street is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE33 4UA 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 Wantage Street, South Shields, NE33 4UA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE33 4UB, NE33 4UD, NE33 4RZ, NE33 4RY, NE33 4TZ, NE33 4BW, NE33 4SE, NE33 4UE, NE33 4BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE33 4UA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 52.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 47.2% | 47.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 24.9% | 31.1% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 42% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 11.9% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 11% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 31.5% | 42.8% | 11.3% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 29.2% | -9.9% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 16% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 11.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 31.8% | 22.6% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.7% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 17.5% | 7.4% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.5% | 7.8% | -3.7% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 14.3% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 25.8% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98% | 92.9% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 99.2% | 96.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 1.6% | 6.0% | -4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wantage Street was 31.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.8% lower than the Cleadon Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wantage Street has the 25th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Cleadon Park and the 113th lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Wantage Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-11-14 | £195,761 |
| 27 Wantage Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2016-03-04 | £251,316 |
| 29 Wantage Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2011-11-11 | £284,568 |
| 2 Wantage Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2010-03-26 | £231,441 |
| 2 Wantage Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2008-02-15 | £158,445 |
NE33 4UA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE33 4UA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 635 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 2,301 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortimer Primary School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | 3out of 4 | 291 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Road Infant School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | - not rated | 291 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Academy Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 473 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Primary School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 524 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanhope Primary School Gresford Street , NE33 4SZ | 3out of 4 | 706 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 | 170 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 752 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinkburn School McAnany Avenue , NE34 0PJ | - not rated | 976 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Technology College Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | - not rated | 1,638 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Memorial Middle School Argyle Street , Willington Quay NE28 0JQ | - not rated | 5,286 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 5,373 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 | 851 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 4,566 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 | 4,567 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 495 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 524 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 569 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 590 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | - not rated | 1,958 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Cat Adoption Centre | 1A Wantage Street, South Shields | 86 yd | |
| The Community Network | Mortimer Community Network, Reading Road | 144 yd | |
| The Spud Inn | 75A Mortimer Road, South Shields | 321 yd | |
| Hospitality & Hope | Hampden Street Centre, Hampden Street | 452 yd | |
| Lazy Daisy | 2 Marlborough Street North, South Shields | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Armstrong Hall Social Club | Armstrong Hall, Stanhope Road | 270 yd | |
| The County Hotel | 34 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 584 yd | |
| Mumbai Emperor | 337-339 Stanhope Road, South Shields | 616 yd | |
| The Ashley | 269 Stanhope Road, South Shields | 616 yd | |
| Hedworth Hall | Hedworth Assembly Rooms, The Hedworth Hall | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Cakery by the Sea | 68A Stanhope Road, South Shields | 272 yd | |
| H S & K K Gill | G S & H S Gill, 44 Stanhope Road | 374 yd | |
| The China Cook | 67A Canterbury Street, South Shields | 425 yd | |
| Charlie's Deli | 4A Stanhope Road, South Shields | 469 yd | |
| Marios | 7 Stanhope Parade, South Shields | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Chichester Road, South Shields | 918 yd | |
| Aldi | Chichester Road, South Shields | 918 yd | |
| Ahmeds International Superstore | Ahmeds, 2 New George Street | 954 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 10-12 Frederick Street, South Shields | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mortimer Community Association & Comprehensive School READING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 157 yd |
| West Park WEST PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 311 yd |
| Brinkburn Recreation Ground ULLSWATER GARDENS | grass pitches | 365 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 | 613 yd |
| Stanhope Primary School STANHOPE PRIMARY SCHOOL STANHOPE PRIMARY SCHOOL GRESFORD STREET | swimming pool | 659 yd |
| Robert Readhead Park GROSVENOR ROAD | tennis courts | 681 yd |
| New Woman (Ladies Only) (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 704 yd |
| Total Fitness (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 724 yd |
| St Wilfrids Rc College TEMPLE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| 1861 Lifestyle Centre St. Georges Avenue | health and fitness suite | 840 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.