Dean Road is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE33 5LL is located in the Simonside and Rekendyke 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 5LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE33 5LD, NE33 5HP, NE33 5HW, NE33 5LE, NE33 5LJ, NE33 5LP, NE33 5HN, NE33 5LG, NE33 5LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE33 5LL is primarily male, with 53.8% 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 | 45.3% | 46.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 54.7% | 53.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
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 5LL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.5% 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 | 51.9% | 51.5% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.8% | 34.8% | 6.0% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 9.1% | -5.3% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 43.3% | 40.7% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 36% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 16.1% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 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 | 23% | 21.4% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 10.7% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 20.9% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4.6% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 18.4% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.8% | 23.5% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 7.8% | 0.5% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 4.7% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 3.6% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.9% | 83.8% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 2.4% |
| Arab | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 86.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 86.9% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 86.9% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 5.9% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 5.5% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Portugal | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 8.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dean Road was 93.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.6% lower than the Beacon and Bents average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dean Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Beacon and Bents and the 197th highest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 340 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2024-11-06 | £49,034 |
| 342 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,750 | 2022-07-12 | £52,509 |
| 386 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2021-08-04 | £75,265 |
| 420 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-07-17 | £168,472 |
| 424 Dean Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £66,500 | 2020-02-03 | £79,130 |
NE33 5LL area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 160 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 1,052 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 2,469 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 2,605 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanhope Primary School Gresford Street , NE33 4SZ | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Whitehead Street , NE33 5LZ | - not rated | 485 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Academy Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 705 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Primary School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 735 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Community School Laygate Lane , NE33 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 814 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 | 873 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinkburn School McAnany Avenue , NE34 0PJ | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Technology College Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | - not rated | 2,311 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 | 4,598 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willington Middle School Denbigh Avenue , Howdon NE28 0PP | - not rated | 4,725 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Community Middle School Langdale Gardens , High Howdon NE28 0HG | - not rated | 5,017 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 | 1,420 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 4,216 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 | 4,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 735 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 873 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Galsworthy Centre C/O Chuter Ede Education Centre , Galsworthy Road NE34 9UG | - not rated | 2,606 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumbo Jim | 2 Garwood Street, South Shields | 551 yd | |
| Hospitality & Hope | Hampden Street Centre, Hampden Street | 622 yd | |
| Willows Cat Adoption Centre | 1A Wantage Street, South Shields | 623 yd | |
| Crown Bingo | Crown Bingo And Social Club, Hudson Street | 773 yd | |
| The Spud Inn | 75A Mortimer Road, South Shields | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tyne Dock Hotel | Kennedys, South Eldon Street | 456 yd | |
| Mumbai Emperor | 337-339 Stanhope Road, South Shields | 615 yd | |
| The Ashley | 269 Stanhope Road, South Shields | 615 yd | |
| Armstrong Hall Social Club | Armstrong Hall, Stanhope Road | 633 yd | |
| The Chichester Arms | 1-3 Chichester Road, South Shields | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Babu | 15 Gilbert Street, South Shields | 254 yd | |
| Abbey's Eastenders | 400 South Eldon Street, South Shields | 418 yd | |
| The Little Cakery by the Sea | 68A Stanhope Road, South Shields | 564 yd | |
| H S & K K Gill | G S & H S Gill, 44 Stanhope Road | 626 yd | |
| Shergill Fish & Chips | 198 Stanhope Road, South Shields | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmeds International Superstore | Ahmeds, 2 New George Street | 716 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 10-12 Frederick Street, South Shields | 826 yd | |
| LIDL Stores | 193 Laygate, South Shields | 939 yd | |
| Lidl | 32 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 951 yd | |
| Iceland | Chichester Road, South Shields | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Park WEST PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 405 yd |
| Stanhope Primary School STANHOPE PRIMARY SCHOOL STANHOPE PRIMARY SCHOOL GRESFORD STREET | swimming pool | 472 yd |
| Trinity House Social Centre (Closed) LAYGATE | health and fitness suite | 781 yd |
| Mortimer Community Association & Comprehensive School READING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 860 yd |
| Laygate Community School LAYGATE | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Brinkburn Recreation Ground ULLSWATER GARDENS | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| St Wilfrids Rc College TEMPLE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,044 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 | 1,082 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.