Morpeth Avenue is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 0RS 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 Morpeth Avenue, South Shields, NE34 0RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 0SQ, NE34 0RR, NE34 0SE, NE34 0RT, NE34 0RW, NE33 4TG, NE33 4TJ, NE34 0SD, NE34 0SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE34 0RS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.2% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.8% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 38.9% | 36.6% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 44.2% | 2.8% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 1.8% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 47.2% | 41.8% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 36.1% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 16.5% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 4.8% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 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 | 15.1% | 12.6% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.9% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 12.2% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.6% | 7.2% | -2.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 21.6% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 34.7% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 97.4% | 96.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Morpeth Avenue was 26.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.3% lower than the Horsley Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Morpeth Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Horsley Hill and the 82nd lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 2.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Morpeth Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £81,040 | 2025-07-04 | £84,291 |
| 69 Morpeth Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2025-06-12 | £76,508 |
| 103 Morpeth Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2024-08-16 | £99,260 |
| 52 Morpeth Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-10-17 | £210,737 |
| 63 Morpeth Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-03-14 | £114,106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 954 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 1,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 1,934 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Downhill Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 2,077 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 | 168 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Road Infant School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | - not rated | 168 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Academy Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 712 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Primary School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 755 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laygate Community School Laygate Lane , NE33 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 910 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 | 173 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 891 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 891 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinkburn School McAnany Avenue , NE34 0PJ | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Technology College Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | - not rated | 1,398 yd | Community 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 | 600 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tynemouth College Hawkeys Lane , NE29 9BZ | - not rated | 4,666 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 | 4,496 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 263 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 755 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 772 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | - not rated | 1,639 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Community Network | Mortimer Community Network, Reading Road | 191 yd | |
| The Spud Inn | 75A Mortimer Road, South Shields | 350 yd | |
| Willows Cat Adoption Centre | 1A Wantage Street, South Shields | 392 yd | |
| Dehli 6 Lounge at Westoe | South Shields And Westoe Cricket Club, 33 Dean Road | 487 yd | |
| Q. T. | 35 Dean Road, South Shields | 491 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The County Hotel | 34 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 339 yd | |
| Armstrong Hall Social Club | Armstrong Hall, Stanhope Road | 449 yd | |
| Hedworth Hall | Hedworth Assembly Rooms, The Hedworth Hall | 491 yd | |
| R A F Association | 4 Dean Road, South Shields | 631 yd | |
| The Westoe Public House | 2 Horsley Hill Road, South Shields | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The China Cook | 67A Canterbury Street, South Shields | 356 yd | |
| South Shields and Westoe Club | Westoe Rugby Club, Dean Road | 491 yd | |
| The Little Cakery by the Sea | 68A Stanhope Road, South Shields | 496 yd | |
| H S & K K Gill | G S & H S Gill, 44 Stanhope Road | 533 yd | |
| Charlie's Deli | 4A Stanhope Road, South Shields | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Chichester Road, South Shields | 958 yd | |
| Aldi | Chichester Road, South Shields | 958 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mortimer Community Association & Comprehensive School READING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 184 yd |
| Robert Readhead Park GROSVENOR ROAD | tennis courts | 392 yd |
| Brinkburn Recreation Ground ULLSWATER GARDENS | grass pitches | 431 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 | 489 yd |
| New Woman (Ladies Only) (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 586 yd |
| 1861 Lifestyle Centre St. Georges Avenue | health and fitness suite | 592 yd |
| Total Fitness (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 597 yd |
| West Park WEST PARK ROAD | tennis courts | 630 yd |
| St Wilfrids Rc College TEMPLE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Laygate Community School LAYGATE | grass pitches | 944 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 | 136.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.