Sunniside Drive is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 8DH 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 Sunniside Drive, South Shields, NE34 8DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 8DQ, NE34 8DL, NE34 8DJ, NE34 8DN, NE34 8BW, NE34 8BL, NE34 8DG, NE34 8EW, NE34 8DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE34 8DH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 51.8% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 45.7% | 48.2% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 8DH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.6% 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 | 19.8% | 18.5% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.2% | 64.6% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 20.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 10.6% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 38.3% | 38.8% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 40.2% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 16.7% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 2.9% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.4% | 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 | 18.6% | 15.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 9.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.1% | 15.1% | 7.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 11.2% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 36.7% | -2.6% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.2% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.8% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 96.7% | 97.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97.1% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 62.1% | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunniside Drive was 18.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.0% lower than the Cleadon Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sunniside Drive has the 5th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Cleadon Park and the 39th lowest crime rate of 528 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Sunniside Drive, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2025-03-14 | £366,085 |
| 35 Sunniside Drive, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-11-25 | £428,802 |
| 20 Sunniside Drive, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-07-18 | £368,443 |
| 11 Sunniside Drive, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-06-29 | £422,105 |
| 25 Sunniside Drive, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-07-24 | £286,050 |
NE34 8DH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NE34 8DH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 2,846 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 4,082 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 | 5,413 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 | 671 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harton Primary School East Avenue , NE34 6PF | 3out of 4 | 1,289 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Church of England Academy Boldon Lane , Cleadon Village SR6 7RP | 4out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Nash Avenue , Whiteleas NE34 8NS | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School Harton House Road East , NE34 6DZ | 4out of 4 | 1,970 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,261 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC College Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 4out of 4 | 1,945 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer Community College Reading Road , NE33 4UG | 2out of 4 | 2,338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | 2out of 4 | 3,278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitburn Church of England Academy Whitburn , SR6 7EF | 4out of 4 | 3,344 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 | 2,684 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 | 2,105 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 2out of 4 | 2,246 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamburgh School Norham Avenue , NE34 7TD | 3out of 4 | 2,425 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| AutismAble CIC The Captains Row , NE33 5AS | - not rated | 3,321 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Watts Academy Ramillies Road , SR5 5JA | - not rated | 4,971 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffe Di Bella | 265-267 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| The Olive Garden | 252B Sunderland Road, South Shields | 899 yd | |
| Munchies | Unit 3, 254 Sunderland Road | 899 yd | |
| Caffe Mio | 299 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 904 yd | |
| CAF8 | 191 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Ship | 403 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 184 yd | |
| Namaste, Kings Prosecco Lounge | 389-391 King George Road, South Shields | 574 yd | |
| The Derby | 307-309 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd | Hillcrest, South Shields | 884 yd | |
| Harleys Bar | 252 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns Pizza | 323 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 367-369 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| Gills Golden Fish And Chips | 359 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| The Old Bank Pizza Co. | 245 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 870 yd | |
| QL Tandoori LTD | 142 Quarry Lane, South Shields | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 351-353 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| Iceland | 279 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 335-345 Prince Edward Road, South Shields | 862 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 248 Sunderland Road, South Shields | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cleadon Park Community Centre (Closed) Sunderland Road | 180 yd | |
| The Dell QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Cleadon Recreation Ground CLEADON PARK CLEADON PARK QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| South Shields School NEVINSON AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 838 yd |
| Oakleigh Gardens SUNNISIDE LEIGH | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| King George V School (Closed) Nevinson Avenue | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| South Shields Golf Club Ltd CLEADON HILL | golf | 895 yd |
| Oakleigh Gardens Special School (Closed) Oakleigh Gardens | swimming pool | 900 yd |
| Temple Memorial Park TARRAGON WAY | grass pitches | 1,063 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 | 242.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.