Beaconside is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 7PU is located in the Whitburn and Marsden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beaconside, South Shields, NE34 7PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 7PT, NE34 7PX, NE34 7QX, NE34 7QT, NE34 7PY, NE34 7QS, NE34 7QU, NE34 7RB, NE34 7QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE34 7PU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 54.1% | 53.2% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 45.9% | 46.8% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 7PU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 29.1% | 32.8% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.4% | 53.4% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 8.6% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6% | 2.8% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 53.6% | 55.1% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 29.2% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 11.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 19.3% | 15.2% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 9.3% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 14.2% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 6.9% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 35.6% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 95.9% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.9% | 97.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beaconside was 14.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.4% lower than the Cleadon Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beaconside has the 10th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Cleadon Park and the 41st lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -89.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 196 Beaconside, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2025-07-25 | £175,214 |
| 166 Beaconside, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-06-21 | £219,894 |
| 182 Beaconside, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-05-10 | £343,249 |
| 168 Beaconside, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2022-07-29 | £265,750 |
| 198 Beaconside, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £38,750 | 2022-01-28 | £42,292 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downhill Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 1,206 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 1,337 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 2,822 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 3,338 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 3,375 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harton Infants' School East Avenue , NE34 6NX | - not rated | 516 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Junior School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | - not rated | 807 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Primary School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downhill Infants' and Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 1,206 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Harton House Road East , NE34 6DZ | - not rated | 1,406 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwell Comprehensive School Prince Edward Road , NE34 7QT | - not rated | 150 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Technology College Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 3out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shields School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 2,121 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King George V School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 2,164 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 | 2,549 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 | - not rated | 1,638 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakleigh Gardens School Oakleigh Gardens , Cleadon SR6 7PT | - not rated | 1,729 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | 4out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 2,648 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark & St Cuthbert's Church | Quarry Lane, South Shields | 190 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse | Quarry Lane, South Shields | 162 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | 491-493 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 439 yd | |
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd | Hillcrest, South Shields | 449 yd | |
| Sutton Residents Association | 210-212 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 473 yd | |
| The Lake | 69 Lake Avenue, South Shields | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| QL Tandoori LTD | 142 Quarry Lane, South Shields | 447 yd | |
| Singh's Fish Bar | 136 Quarry Lane, South Shields | 447 yd | |
| Spice Ocean | 71 Lake Avenue, South Shields | 566 yd | |
| Marsden Chinese | 85 Lake Avenue, South Shields | 566 yd | |
| The Old Bank Pizza Co. | 245 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 980 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd CLEADON HILL | golf | 443 yd |
| Cleadon Recreation Ground CLEADON PARK CLEADON PARK QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| The Dell QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Horsley Hill Youth Centre (Closed) Marsden Road | health and fitness suite | 1,092 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 45.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.25 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.25 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.