Hardyards Court is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 0XL is located in the Whiteleas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hardyards Court, South Shields, NE34 0XL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 0XN, NE34 0RH, NE34 0XP, NE34 0QB, NE34 0RE, NE34 0XH, NE34 0NP, NE34 0RD, NE34 0NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE34 0XL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 50.9% | 54.3% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 49.1% | 45.7% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 NE34 0XL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% 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 | 38.6% | 45.6% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.3% | 35% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12% | 10.6% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 37.8% | 38% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 34.9% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 18% | 15.9% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 9.7% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 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.
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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 25.5% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 12.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 17.6% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 6% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 20.8% | 12.6% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 17.6% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.4% | 93.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 97.9% | 96.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.3% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 31.9% | 13.5% | 18.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hardyards Court was 90.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.4% lower than the Biddick and All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hardyards Court has the 12th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Biddick and All Saints and the 203rd highest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Hardyards Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-10-29 | £138,534 |
| 6 Hardyards Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2021-06-11 | £104,343 |
| 7 Hardyards Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2018-07-06 | £151,624 |
| 13 Hardyards Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,995 | 2010-01-22 | £165,599 |
| 11 Hardyards Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2004-06-04 | £153,253 |
NE34 0XL 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 477 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 1,119 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 1,714 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Laygate Nursery School Trinity Walk , NE33 5RU | - not rated | 2,307 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints CofE Infants' School Harton Lane , NE34 0LN | - not rated | 269 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SS Peter and Paul RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Olive Street , NE33 4RH | - not rated | 607 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields Olive Street , NE33 4RH | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Primary School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 695 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Academy Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 747 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 511 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 511 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinkburn School McAnany Avenue , NE34 0PJ | - not rated | 558 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Community College Reading Road , NE33 4UG | - not rated | 1,244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chuter Ede Comprehensive School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9UG | - not rated | 1,451 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,426 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 | 1,993 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 629 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 695 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 740 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Galsworthy Centre C/O Chuter Ede Education Centre , Galsworthy Road NE34 9UG | - not rated | 1,451 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 1,636 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Voluntary Service | South Tyneside District Hospital, Harton Lane | 255 yd | |
| South Tyneside District Hospital | Harton Lane, South Shields | 255 yd | |
| Simply 2 Delicious | 201 Talbot Road, South Shields | 264 yd | |
| 5 Quarters | Boldon Lane Learning Centre, Boldon Lane | 481 yd | |
| South Tyneside Council | Middlefields Depot, Boldon Lane | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Green Baize Snooker Club | 1A Tyne Terrace, South Shields | 351 yd | |
| Harton & Westoe Miners Welfare Club | Harton And Westoe Welfare Ground, Low Lane | 354 yd | |
| Last Orders | 88 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 472 yd | |
| Mumbai Emperor | 337-339 Stanhope Road, South Shields | 693 yd | |
| The Ashley | 269 Stanhope Road, South Shields | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea View Chop Suey House | 100 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 459 yd | |
| Chennai Central | 94 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 472 yd | |
| Planet Pizza | 75 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 497 yd | |
| Turkuaz | 67-69 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 497 yd | |
| Sunny House | 65 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 32 Boldon Lane, South Shields | 562 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harton And Westoe Miners Welfare HARTON AND WESTOE COLLIERIES WELFARE GROUND HARTON AND WESTOE COLLIERIES WELFARE GROUND LOW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 368 yd |
| St Wilfrids Rc College TEMPLE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| South Shields Community School (Closed) Off Harton Lane | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 557 yd |
| Brinkburn Cio MCANANY AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 560 yd |
| Stanhope Primary School STANHOPE PRIMARY SCHOOL STANHOPE PRIMARY SCHOOL GRESFORD STREET | swimming pool | 806 yd |
| Brinkburn Recreation Ground ULLSWATER GARDENS | grass pitches | 967 yd |
| Temple Park Centre John Reid Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,005 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 | 137.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.