NE33 1ES is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Mill Dam in South Shields. Administratively it sits within Beacon and Bents ward and the South Shields constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE33 1ES is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 129 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 NE33 1ES are sourced from Output Area E00170196 (shared with 54 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NE33 1ES House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NE33 1ES.
357
43
£ 28,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE33 1ES falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 50% social renting, NE33 1ES is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE33 1ES. The average age is 42.8. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Crime around NE33 1ES is above average at 129 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
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields
Marine Park Primary School
Laygate Community School
Hadrian Primary School
Waterville Primary School
Westoe Crown Primary School
Riverside Primary School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, North Shields
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
35 nearby- Trams1.0 km
- Brigham & Cowan Social Club0.8 km
- Buzz Bingo0.7 km
- Club Del Mar0.8 km
- Ingham Street Masonic Hall0.8 km
- + 30 more
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Age Concern Tyneside South0.9 km
- Blue Marlin1.0 km
- Bell Passi Italian Kitchen0.9 km
- Bun Bun Restaurant & Bar0.6 km
- Davinci Italian Restaurant0.9 km
- + 39 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Ahmeds International Superstore0.8 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
47 nearby- AB Convenience Store0.9 km
- D L Carter & Son Ltd Chemist0.7 km
- Keystore Westoe Superstore0.8 km
- New Bangla Link0.9 km
- Orange Mini Market0.8 km
- + 42 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Hot Bitez0.9 km
- Lucky Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Mama Mia Pizzeria0.9 km
- Mambos Express0.6 km
- Redragon 4619 Ltd0.7 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Athol House Guesthouse0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockley Whins4.3 km
- Fellgate5.2 km
- East Boldon5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Commercial Road-Holborn House0.1 km
- Commercial Road-Holborn House0.1 km
- South Shields Ferry0.2 km
- Commercial Road-Tudor Road0.2 km
- Ferry Street-Coronation Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NE331ES · Data under Open Government Licence