Lascelles Avenue is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 6BG is located in the Harton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lascelles Avenue, South Shields, NE34 6BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 6QX, NE34 6BD, NE34 6BQ, NE34 0EX, NE34 6BA, NE34 6QT, NE34 0ET, NE34 6BE, NE34 0ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE34 6BG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% 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 | 50.5% | 55% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 49.5% | 45% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE34 6BG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.4% | 25% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 58.9% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 9.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 47.7% | 53.8% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 26.4% | -10.5% | 33.6% | -7.2% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 14% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 14.1% | 15.3% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.2% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 9.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 21.2% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 39% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.3% | 90.6% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 9.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.7% | 95.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 95% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Middle East | 2% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.7% | 37.2% | -13.5% |
| Christian | 66% | 46.2% | 19.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lascelles Avenue was 13.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.0% lower than the Harton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lascelles Avenue has the 6th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Harton and the 36th 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Lascelles Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2026-02-05 | £450,000 |
| 4 Lascelles Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-06-24 | £350,110 |
| 1 Lascelles Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2007-09-25 | £333,897 |
| 2 Lascelles Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2007-07-13 | £270,210 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE34 6BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 781 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 1,611 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 1,733 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Downhill Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 1,846 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway Primary Academy Park Avenue , NE34 8AB | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Primary School Park Avenue , NE34 8AB | - not rated | 574 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Primary School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Primary School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Road Infant School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harton Technology College Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | - not rated | 653 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 3out of 4 | 653 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinkburn School McAnany Avenue , NE34 0PJ | - not rated | 698 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 934 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | - not rated | 934 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,543 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,006 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | 4out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chamber Restaurant | 1 South Avenue, South Shields | 343 yd | |
| CAF8 | 191 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 351 yd | |
| The Olive Garden | 252B Sunderland Road, South Shields | 415 yd | |
| Munchies | Unit 3, 254 Sunderland Road | 415 yd | |
| Caffe Mio | 299 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Westside Club | 6 West Avenue, South Shields | 185 yd | |
| Harleys Bar | 252 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 415 yd | |
| The Grey Hen | 141 Temple Park Road, South Shields | 423 yd | |
| The Vigilant Inn | 165 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 568 yd | |
| The Derby | 307-309 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Station | 149-151 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 351 yd | |
| Subway | 209 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 351 yd | |
| Ocean Pearl Chinese | 193-195 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 372 yd | |
| Pizza Corner South Shields | 252A Sunderland Road, South Shields | 415 yd | |
| Full Circle | 252 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | 248 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 318 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 351-353 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 594 yd | |
| Iceland | 279 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 594 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 335-345 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 594 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harton Technology College Sports Centre HARTON SPORTS CENTRE HARTON SPORTS CENTRE ST MARYS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 529 yd |
| Temple Park Centre John Reid Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 684 yd |
| South Shields Community School (Closed) Off Harton Lane | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 698 yd |
| Brinkburn Cio MCANANY AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 700 yd |
| St Wilfrids Rc College TEMPLE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Brinkburn Recreation Ground ULLSWATER GARDENS | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Temple Memorial Park TARRAGON WAY | grass pitches | 1,063 yd |
| Cleadon Park Community Centre (Closed) Sunderland Road | 1,077 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.