NE34 0AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Tyne Dock in Jarrow. Administratively it sits within Simonside and Rekendyke ward and the South Shields constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a mining and quarrying facilities zone — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. Residents average 48 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for NE34 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00044017 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE34 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE34 0AB.
272
48
£ 27,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NE34 0AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE34 0AB. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE34 0AB is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, South Shields
Stanhope Primary School
Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre
St Wilfrid's RC College
Ashley Academy
Park View School
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)
Mortimer Community College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Chichester Metro Newsagents0.5 km
- J M & W Darling Ltd (chemist)0.6 km
- M I Dickson Ltd0.7 km
- Raja & Sons0.7 km
- Redwood Service Station0.8 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Last Orders0.7 km
- Mumbai Emperor0.7 km
- The Ashley0.7 km
- The Tyne Dock Hotel0.2 km
- The New Green Baize Snooker Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Jumbo Jim0.7 km
- Starbucks0.6 km
- Crown Bingo0.4 km
- Man vs Food_Peaches Cream0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Abbey's South Shields0.6 km
- Frankies Fish and Chips0.7 km
- Luigis Pizzeria0.6 km
- Planet Pizza0.7 km
- Royal Chef0.2 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockley Whins2.5 km
- Fellgate3.7 km
- East Boldon3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Slake Terrace0.0 km
- Slake Terrace0.0 km
- Temple Town-South Eldon Street0.1 km
- Hudson Street0.1 km
- Temple Town-South Eldon Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE340AB · Data under Open Government Licence