NE34 0DR is a sought-after residential area on Mortimer Road, 0.1km from South Shields in South Shields. Administratively it sits within West Park ward and the South Shields constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE34 0DR is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NE34 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00044075 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MORTIMER ROAD, NE34 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORTIMER ROAD, NE34 0DR.
242
53
£ 35,500 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE34 0DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
With 44% social renting, NE34 0DR is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE34 0DR. The average age is 52.9. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 237,500
4 sales · Mean £ 235,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE34 0DR has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mortimer Primary School
Alternative Education Service - The Beacon Centre
Ashley Academy
St Wilfrid's RC College
Park View School
Mortimer Community College
Harton Academy
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Kets N Pop0.9 km
- One Stop1.0 km
- Raja & Sons1.0 km
- Cleadon Park Pharmacy0.8 km
- Co-op0.3 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Armstrong Hall Social Club0.9 km
- Harleys Bar0.9 km
- The County Hotel0.7 km
- The Grey Hen0.4 km
- The Vigilant0.4 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- The Community Network0.6 km
- Caffe Mio0.9 km
- Coffey By Name1.0 km
- Munchies0.9 km
- Nook Caf8 Limited0.9 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- The Corner Deli & Cakery0.9 km
- Full Circle0.9 km
- Ocean Pearl Chinese0.9 km
- Pizza Corner0.9 km
- H S & K K Gill1.0 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Farmfoods0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Boldon3.5 km
- Brockley Whins3.5 km
- Fellgate5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Mortimer Road-Stanton Avenue0.1 km
- Mortimer Road-Stanton Avenue0.1 km
- King George Road-Stanton Avenue0.2 km
- King George Road-Harton Lane0.2 km
- King George Road-Moor Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE340DR · Data under Open Government Licence