Froude Avenue is in South Shields and in South Tyneside district. NE34 9TF is located in the Biddick and All Saints electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Shields. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Froude Avenue, South Shields, NE34 9TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE34 9UE, NE34 9TD, NE34 9TE, NE34 9TG, NE34 9TX, NE34 9TJ, NE34 9UF, NE34 9TL, NE34 9TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NE34 9TF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 56.3% | 55.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 43.7% | 44.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 9TF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.6% 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 | 38.8% | 55.6% | 16.8% | 37.9% | 17.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.2% | 28.7% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -15.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 10.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 3.7% | -8.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 39.2% | 45.3% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 32.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 16.1% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 17.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.1% | 24.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.3% | 16.1% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.2% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 11.1% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 13.8% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 17.1% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -16.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 97.3% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 97.3% | 98% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 98% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 33.6% | 13.5% | 20.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Froude Avenue was 100.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.6% lower than the Bede average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Froude Avenue has the 53rd highest crime rate of 108 local areas in Bede and the 181st highest crime rate of 523 local areas in South Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Froude Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2022-05-25 | £91,135 |
| 99 Froude Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-11-15 | £107,508 |
| 99 Froude Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2018-05-04 | £105,502 |
| 81 Froude Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2014-09-29 | £104,425 |
| 101 Froude Avenue, South Shields, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2010-02-19 | £98,542 |
NE34 9TF area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Paul Nursery School Nash Avenue , NE34 8NS | - not rated | 775 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Diamond Nursery School Ethel Terrace , NE34 0NH | - not rated | 1,331 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Helen Gibson Nursery School North Lane , NE36 0DL | 4out of 4 | 1,838 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon Nursery School Reginald Street , NE35 9DG | 4out of 4 | 2,034 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleadon Park Nursery School Off Park Avenue , NE34 8QL | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biddick Hall Junior School Chesterton Road , NE34 9SP | - not rated | 624 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Park Infants' School Rubens Avenue , NE34 8JU | - not rated | 628 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddick Hall Infants' School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9JD | 3out of 4 | 630 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest View Primary Rembrandt Avenue , NE34 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Elliott Primary School Rembrandt Avenue , NE34 8RZ | - not rated | 793 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chuter Ede Comprehensive School Galsworthy Road , NE34 9UG | - not rated | 96 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boldon School New Road , NE35 9DZ | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King George V School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 1,588 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shields School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | - not rated | 1,611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinkburn School McAnany Avenue , NE34 0PJ | - not rated | 1,760 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 | 3,334 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Galsworthy Centre C/O Chuter Ede Education Centre , Galsworthy Road NE34 9UG | - not rated | 96 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Epinay Business and Enterprise School Nevinson Avenue , NE34 8BT | 4out of 4 | 1,604 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Sutton School Ashley Road , NE34 0PF | - not rated | 1,985 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View School Temple Park Road , NE34 0QA | 3out of 4 | 2,093 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Quarters | Boldon Lane Learning Centre, Boldon Lane | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHITELEAS DISTRICT SOCIAL CLUB | Oswald Street, South Shields | 244 yd | |
| The New Mill | Chesterton Road, South Shields | 470 yd | |
| The Fad | Gainsborough Avenue, South Shields | 726 yd | |
| Harton & Westoe Miners Welfare Club | Harton And Westoe Welfare Ground, Low Lane | 1,021 yd | |
| The Bridge | Wenlock Road, South Shields | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polaris Chinese Takeaway | 25 Gaskell Avenue, South Shields | 152 yd | |
| The Codfather | 202 Whiteleas Way, South Shields | 632 yd | |
| Munch box | 168A Whiteleas Way, South Shields | 632 yd | |
| Biddick Hall Golden Fry | 2-4 Fielding Court, South Shields | 669 yd | |
| Nevi's Chippy | 67 Nevinson Avenue, South Shields | 893 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chuter Ede Community Association GALSWORTHY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 146 yd |
| Biddick Hall Junior School CHESTERTON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 574 yd |
| Harton And Westoe Miners Welfare HARTON AND WESTOE COLLIERIES WELFARE GROUND HARTON AND WESTOE COLLIERIES WELFARE GROUND LOW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 992 yd |
| Simonside Outdoor Adventure SIMONSIDE YOUTH CENTRE SIMONSIDE YOUTH CENTRE ST SIMON STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,057 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 | 142 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.