NE33 1AF is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km from St. Hilda in South Shields. Administratively it sits within Beacon and Bents ward and the South Shields constituency.
For families considering a move, NE33 1AF represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. By day, the area transitions to a traditional high streets character: traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are high (231 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 NE33 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00044005 (shared with 75 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE33 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE33 1AF.
340
50
£ 28,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 50, NE33 1AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 NE33 1AF. The average age is 50.5. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime rates near NE33 1AF are high at 231 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
Marine Park Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields
Hadrian Primary School
Westoe Crown Primary School
Laygate Community School
Waterville Primary School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
Riverside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
47 nearby- Baby I Love You Limited0.6 km
- New Look0.1 km
- M I Dickson Ltd0.1 km
- One Below0.2 km
- Station News0.2 km
- + 42 more
Pub, NightClub
40 nearby- Mechanics Arms0.1 km
- The Waterfront0.4 km
- Brigham & Cowan Social Club0.3 km
- Buzz Bingo0.3 km
- Club Del Mar0.3 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
54 nearby- 31 The Quay0.8 km
- Admiral0.2 km
- Frydays0.2 km
- Bell Passi Italian Kitchen0.5 km
- Bun Bun Restaurant & Bar0.5 km
- + 49 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- ASDA0.2 km
- Heron Foods0.2 km
- LIDL Stores0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
14 nearby- Annie's Guest House0.8 km
- Elmswood Guest House0.6 km
- South Shore Guest House0.7 km
- Walkerville Guest House0.7 km
- Avocet Guest House0.7 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Hot Bitez0.8 km
- Lucky Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Mama Mia Pizzeria0.5 km
- Mambos Express0.5 km
- Redragon 4619 Ltd0.3 km
- + 24 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockley Whins4.7 km
- Fellgate5.7 km
- East Boldon5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Chapter Row0.1 km
- Chapter Row0.1 km
- Chapter Row0.1 km
- Chapter Row0.1 km
- East Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NE331AF · Data under Open Government Licence