Ganton Court is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 8AW 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 Ganton Court, South Shields, NE34 8AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 8AP, NE34 8AN, NE34 8AL, NE34 8BB, NE34 8BN, NE34 8BJ, NE34 8BL, NE34 8AJ, NE34 8DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NE34 8AW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 52.1% | 49.2% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.8% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 20.3% | 27.7% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 49.8% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 9.4% | -4.8% | 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 | 28.1% | 41.5% | 13.4% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 43.7% | 33.5% | -10.2% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 19% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 34.5% | 15.2% | -19.3% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 11.8% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 11.4% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 17.5% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 30.3% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 2.7% | 4.7% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 99.6% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ganton Court was 256.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 184.5% higher than the Cleadon Park average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Ganton Court has the 12th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Cleadon Park and the 63rd highest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Ganton Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2023-12-04 | £239,563 |
| 9 Ganton Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Other, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2023-12-04 | £226,793 |
| 9 Ganton Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2023-12-04 | £239,563 |
| 6 Ganton Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2021-06-24 | £191,153 |
| 5 Ganton Court, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-09-29 | £287,304 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NE34 8AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,519 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 3,729 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hylton Red House Nursery School Rotherham Road , Red House Estate SR5 5QL | 4out of 4 | 5,152 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clervaux Nursery School Clervaux Terrace , NE32 5UP | 4out of 4 | 5,294 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | 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 | 673 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Nash Avenue , Whiteleas NE34 8NS | 3out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Church of England Academy Boldon Lane , Cleadon Village SR6 7RP | 4out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Primary School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest View Primary Rembrandt Avenue , NE34 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,651 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 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 1,858 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Community College Reading Road , NE33 4UG | 2out of 4 | 2,351 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | 2out of 4 | 2,925 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Church of England Academy Whitburn , SR6 7EF | 4out of 4 | 3,537 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,787 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 | 2,050 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 2,171 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 2,675 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 3,237 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 4,678 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Park Leisure Centre | Leisure Pool/Waterline Bar, Temple Park Centre | 938 yd | |
| The Olive Garden | 252B Sunderland Road, South Shields | 1,013 yd | |
| Munchies | Unit 3, 254 Sunderland Road | 1,013 yd | |
| CAF8 | 191 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,021 yd | |
| Caffe Mio | 299 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Ship | 403 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 206 yd | |
| Namaste, Kings Prosecco Lounge | 389-391 King George Road, South Shields | 259 yd | |
| Harleys Bar | 252 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 1,013 yd | |
| The Derby | 307-309 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Pearl Chinese | 193-195 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,011 yd | |
| Pizza Corner South Shields | 252A Sunderland Road, South Shields | 1,013 yd | |
| Full Circle | 252 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 1,013 yd | |
| Spice Station | 149-151 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,021 yd | |
| Subway | 209 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 351-353 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,045 yd | |
| Iceland | 279 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,045 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 335-345 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Park Community Centre (Closed) Sunderland Road | 402 yd | |
| South Shields School NEVINSON AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 487 yd |
| King George V School (Closed) Nevinson Avenue | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Temple Memorial Park TARRAGON WAY | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Oakleigh Gardens SUNNISIDE LEIGH | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Temple Park Centre John Reid Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 934 yd |
| Oakleigh Gardens Special School (Closed) Oakleigh Gardens | swimming pool | 964 yd |
| The Dell QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Cleadon Recreation Ground CLEADON PARK CLEADON PARK QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 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 | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.