NE29 0DZ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Shields, North in Tynemouth. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Riverside ward and the North Tyneside constituency.
Within the NE29 district, this postcode is characterised by a dynamic young family area with frequent movers and a mix of backgrounds. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 120 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NE29 0DZ are sourced from Output Area E00043304 (shared with 45 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE29 0DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE29 0DZ.
270
46
£ 36,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NE29 0DZ — age 46, 33% ownership, 32% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE29 0DZ. The average age is 46.0. 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. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE29 0DZ is above average at 120 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
Spring Gardens Primary School
Christ Church CofE Primary School
Waterville Primary School
Riverside Primary School
King Edward Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
Collingwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Pia's Bakery0.5 km
- Discount Store And Off Licence0.7 km
- Northumbrian Tin Soldier0.1 km
- D A And E Naisbitt General Dealers0.4 km
- Prudhoe Off Licence0.4 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Garricks Head0.5 km
- The Pow Burn0.3 km
- Chirton Social Club0.7 km
- North Shields Catholic Club0.0 km
- Charlies Bar0.1 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- 31 The Quay0.8 km
- Beef, Cakes \& Shakes/Breakfast, Cakes \& Shakes0.9 km
- Burger King0.3 km
- Cafe @ The Riverside0.9 km
- The Hub Cafe At Siena Court0.8 km
- + 32 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- B's Deli0.6 km
- Fais Kitchen0.6 km
- Gills Golden Fry0.9 km
- New Spence Terrace Chinese Take Away0.3 km
- Peking Express Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Heron Foods Limited0.2 km
- Asda Supermarket North Shields0.5 km
- Pound Stretcher0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockley Whins5.7 km
- Fellgate6.3 km
- East Boldon7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Albion Road-Sidney Street0.1 km
- West Percy Street0.1 km
- Albion Road West-Coach Lane0.1 km
- Nile Street0.1 km
- Albion Road West-Newcastle Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE290DZ · Data under Open Government Licence