Northfield Gardens is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 6HH is located in the Horsley Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Northfield Gardens, South Shields, NE34 6HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 6HJ, NE34 6HQ, NE34 6HG, NE34 6HF, NE34 6HE, NE34 6HP, NE34 6HD, NE34 6ES, NE33 3HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE34 6HH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents 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 | 50.2% | 49.3% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.7% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 27.8% | 34% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 45.8% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 9.2% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 6.7% | -3.2% | 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 | 46.2% | 45.3% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 35.3% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13.1% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 5.2% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 26.2% | 18.2% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 11% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 14.4% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.5% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 18.6% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 26.7% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.3% | 97.9% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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% | 98.6% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.6% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 61.8% | 46.2% | 15.6% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northfield Gardens was 135.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.2% higher than the Horsley Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northfield Gardens has the 6th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Horsley Hill and the 143rd highest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Northfield Gardens, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-05-26 | £366,853 |
| 15 Northfield Gardens, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-02-15 | £187,714 |
| 7 Northfield Gardens, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2018-10-03 | £349,866 |
| 1 Northfield Gardens, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2018-07-27 | £252,899 |
| 7 Northfield Gardens, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2014-02-06 | £367,128 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE34 6HH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 3,620 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 5,035 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 5,221 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Harton House Road East , NE34 6DZ | 4out of 4 | 754 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sea View Primary School Norham Avenue North , Horsley Hill Community Campus NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westoe Crown Primary School Sea Winnings Way , NE33 3NS | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Primary School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | 4out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Primary School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | 3out of 4 | 1,459 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 4out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 1,832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norham High School Alnwick Avenue , NE29 7BU | 1out of 4 | 4,893 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | 2out of 4 | 5,007 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 | 577 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 | 4,086 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 735 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 1,772 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 5,103 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffey By Name | 80-86 Highfield Road, South Shields | 113 yd | |
| S Tyneside Indoor Bowls & Social Club | Jack Clark Park, Horsley Hill Road | 514 yd | |
| Olivia's (Oasis Amusement) | Ocean Beach Amusement Park, South Promenade | 878 yd | |
| Wyvestows Bar & Bistro | 11 Dean Road, South Shields | 931 yd | |
| Madhatter's Tea Room | 17 Dean Road, South Shields | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fountain | 116 Highfield Road, South Shields | 147 yd | |
| The Bamburgh | 175 Bamburgh Avenue, South Shields | 489 yd | |
| The County Hotel | 34 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 892 yd | |
| The Westoe Public House | 2 Horsley Hill Road, South Shields | 902 yd | |
| The Old Ship | 147 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Fisheries | 100-102 Highfield Road, South Shields | 113 yd | |
| Readhead Park Veterans Club House | Readhead Park, Sunderland Road | 200 yd | |
| Red Star Chop Suey House | 121 Marsden Road, South Shields | 754 yd | |
| Big Fish | 1 Readhead Avenue, South Shields | 864 yd | |
| Mardi Gras | 24 Dean Road, South Shields | 979 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Shields Indoor Bowls Club JACK CLARK PARK JACK CLARK PARK HORSLEY HILL ROAD | indoor bowls | 521 yd |
| Jack Clark Park Horsley Hill Road | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Cheviot Junior School (Closed) Norham Avenue North | swimming pool | 622 yd |
| St Gregorys R. C. Va Primary School HARTON HOUSE ROAD EAST | artificial grass pitch | 674 yd |
| 1861 Lifestyle Centre St. Georges Avenue | health and fitness suite | 700 yd |
| Sea View Primary School HORSLEY HILL COMMUNITY CAMPUS HORSLEY HILL COMMUNITY CAMPUS NORHAM AVENUE NORTH | 709 yd | |
| Robert Readhead Park GROSVENOR ROAD | tennis courts | 763 yd |
| Gypsies Green Stadium GYPSIES GREEN STADIUM GYPSIES GREEN STADIUM SEA ROAD | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Horsley Hill Youth Centre (Closed) Marsden Road | health and fitness suite | 1,012 yd |
| Total Fitness (Closed) Imeary Street | health and fitness suite | 1,021 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.