Oak Avenue is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 7NX is located in the Cleadon 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 Oak Avenue, South Shields, NE34 7NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 7NU, NE34 7PR, NE34 7NR, NE34 7NW, NE34 7PH, NE34 7QA, NE34 7NS, NE34 7PA, NE34 7NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE34 7NX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51.4% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48.6% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 32.8% | 39.1% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 44.7% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.1% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 6.8% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 40.1% | 39.9% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 36% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 15.1% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 6.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 17.1% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 12.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 16.2% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 13.7% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 8.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 20.1% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 17.9% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99.6% | 98.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Avenue was 184.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 104.2% higher than the Cleadon Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Avenue has the 16th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Cleadon Park and the 93rd highest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 114.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 46.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Oak Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-07-16 | £181,003 |
| 42 Oak Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,500 | 2024-11-14 | £155,374 |
| 74 Oak Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2017-05-05 | £177,126 |
| 80 Oak Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2016-07-01 | £107,440 |
| 66 Oak Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2014-07-11 | £112,087 |
NE34 7NX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 3,601 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 4,703 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harton Primary School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | 3out of 4 | 500 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Primary Academy Park Avenue , NE34 8AB | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Harton House Road East , NE34 6DZ | 4out of 4 | 1,211 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 | 1,714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Primary School Mortimer Road , NE34 0RW | 4out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 4out of 4 | 564 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 1,823 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Community College Reading Road , NE33 4UG | 2out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Church of England Academy Whitburn , SR6 7EF | 4out of 4 | 3,558 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | 2out of 4 | 3,926 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 | 2,102 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,645 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 2,063 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 3,093 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffe Di Bella | 265-267 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 408 yd | |
| Caffe Mio | 299 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 561 yd | |
| The Olive Garden | 252B Sunderland Road, South Shields | 606 yd | |
| Munchies | Unit 3, 254 Sunderland Road | 606 yd | |
| St Mark & St Cuthbert's Church | Quarry Lane, South Shields | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Residents Association | 210-212 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 331 yd | |
| The Derby | 307-309 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 408 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | 491-493 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 433 yd | |
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd | Hillcrest, South Shields | 538 yd | |
| Harleys Bar | 252 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bank Pizza Co. | 245 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 286 yd | |
| QL Tandoori LTD | 142 Quarry Lane, South Shields | 347 yd | |
| Singh's Fish Bar | 136 Quarry Lane, South Shields | 347 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 323 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 408 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 367-369 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 408 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 351-353 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 408 yd | |
| Iceland | 279 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 408 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 335-345 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 408 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 248 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 689 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Recreation Ground CLEADON PARK CLEADON PARK QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 234 yd |
| The Dell QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd CLEADON HILL | golf | 552 yd |
| 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 | 667 yd |
| Cleadon Park Community Centre (Closed) Sunderland Road | 682 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 | 192.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.