Quarry Lane is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 7RB 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 Quarry Lane, South Shields, NE34 7RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 7RA, NE34 8QU, NE34 7QX, NE34 8QY, NE34 7RD, NE34 7PU, NE34 7QT, NE34 8EF, NE34 7QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE34 7RB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% 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 | 52.3% | 54.2% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 47.7% | 45.8% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NE34 7RB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.3% 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 | 41.5% | 55.3% | 13.8% | 37.9% | 17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.3% | 27.6% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -16.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 10.1% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 2.8% | -4.0% | 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 | 50.3% | 47.2% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 32.5% | 6.8% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 15% | 13.3% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 3.5% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 15.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.3% | 17.1% | -18.2% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 13.4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 19.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 22.7% | 14.5% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 15.7% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -18.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.7% | 97.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.9% | 76.7% | -6.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57% | 37.2% | 19.8% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quarry Lane was 28.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Cleadon Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Quarry Lane has the 21st lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Cleadon Park and the 91st lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151 Quarry Lane, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-12-16 | £114,689 |
| 151 Quarry Lane, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2017-06-30 | £120,684 |
| 129 Quarry Lane, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2005-01-07 | £128,685 |
| 129 Quarry Lane, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2003-06-06 | £95,407 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 1,089 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Downhill Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 1,350 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 2,570 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wharfedale Drive Nursery School Wharfedale Drive , NE33 5LA | - not rated | 3,195 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 | 447 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Primary School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Junior School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | - not rated | 759 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downhill Infants' and Nursery School Dorset Avenue , NE34 7JA | - not rated | 1,350 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Primary Academy Park Avenue , NE34 8AB | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 288 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Technology College Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Academy Lisle Road , NE34 6DL | 3out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shields School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 1,863 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King George V School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 1,906 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 | 2,507 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakleigh Gardens School Oakleigh Gardens , Cleadon SR6 7PT | - not rated | 1,530 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | 4out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's High School 52 Sunderland Road , NE34 0SW | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 2,489 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 | 109 yd | |
| Caffe Di Bella | 265-267 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 916 yd | |
| Caffe Mio | 299 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse | Quarry Lane, South Shields | 123 yd | |
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd | Hillcrest, South Shields | 227 yd | |
| Sutton Residents Association | 210-212 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 350 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | 491-493 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 377 yd | |
| The Lake | 69 Lake Avenue, South Shields | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| QL Tandoori LTD | 142 Quarry Lane, South Shields | 193 yd | |
| Singh's Fish Bar | 136 Quarry Lane, South Shields | 193 yd | |
| The Old Bank Pizza Co. | 245 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 786 yd | |
| Spice Ocean | 71 Lake Avenue, South Shields | 822 yd | |
| Marsden Chinese | 85 Lake Avenue, South Shields | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 351-353 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 917 yd | |
| Iceland | 279 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 917 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 335-345 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 917 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd CLEADON HILL | golf | 227 yd |
| Cleadon Recreation Ground CLEADON PARK CLEADON PARK QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| The Dell QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Cleadon Park Community Centre (Closed) Sunderland Road | 1,023 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 | 350 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 251.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.