NE34 0DW is a sought-after residential area on Buttermere Gardens, 0.2km from Shields, South in South Shields. Administratively it sits within West Park ward and the South Shields constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NE34, NE34 0DW offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k. 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 0DW are sourced from Output Area E00044079 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BUTTERMERE GARDENS, NE34 0DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUTTERMERE GARDENS, NE34 0DW.
360
49
£ 35,500 /yr
37%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. NE34 0DW's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £210k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE34 0DW. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NE34 0DW has low crime rates — 24 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
Park View School
St Wilfrid's RC College
Mortimer Community College
Harton Academy
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, South Shields
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Cleadon Park Pharmacy0.7 km
- Co-op0.3 km
- Duncan News/Cleadon Park Post Office0.9 km
- Zilch0.5 km
- Discount Wine Centre0.7 km
- + 21 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Full Circle0.9 km
- Ocean Pearl Chinese0.8 km
- Pizza Corner0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Gills Golden Fish And Chips1.0 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Hedworth Hall1.0 km
- Harleys Bar0.9 km
- The County Hotel0.8 km
- The Grey Hen0.3 km
- The Vigilant0.5 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Caffe Mio0.9 km
- Munchies0.9 km
- Nook Caf8 Limited0.8 km
- The Olive Garden0.9 km
- Caffe Di Bella1.0 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Heron Foods1.0 km
- Farmfoods0.7 km
- Iceland1.0 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Boldon3.4 km
- Brockley Whins3.4 km
- Fellgate4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Mortimer Road-Stanton Avenue0.1 km
- Harton Lane-Temple Park Road0.2 km
- Mortimer 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: NE340DW · Data under Open Government Licence