NE34 8NP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Nevinson Avenue, 0.8km from Harton Colliery in South Shields. Administratively it sits within Whiteleas ward and the South Shields constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NE34 8NP is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 NE34 8NP are sourced from Output Area E00044118 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEVINSON AVENUE, NE34 8NP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEVINSON AVENUE, NE34 8NP.
253
41
£ 30,600 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NE34 8NP 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
Social renting makes up 41% of tenure in NE34 8NP — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 41-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE34 8NP. The average age is 41.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 109,950
5 sales · Mean £ 110,790
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NE34 8NP is moderate at 60 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
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, South Shields
Epinay Business and Enterprise School
Forest View Primary
Ridgeway Primary Academy
Biddick Hall Junior School
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy (South Shields)
Biddick Hall Infants' School
Monkton Infants' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Epinay Cafe0.4 km
- 5 Quarters1.0 km
- Temple Park Leisure Centre0.8 km
- South Tyneside District Hospital1.0 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Chuter Ede Community Association0.9 km
- Cost Cutter0.8 km
- David & Cindy's (General Dealer)0.8 km
- NISA Local0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- WHITELEAS DISTRICT SOCIAL CLUB0.6 km
- Harton and Westoe Miners Welfare Club0.7 km
- Namaste, Kings Prosecco Lounge0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Polaris Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- The Codfather0.5 km
- AK's Triple Diner0.1 km
- Munch box0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Boldon1.9 km
- Brockley Whins2.3 km
- Fellgate3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Nevinson Avenue - Moreland Road0.0 km
- Nevinson Avenue - Gainsborough Avenue0.0 km
- Nevinson Avenue-Gainsborough Avenue0.1 km
- Gainsborough Avenue-Church0.2 km
- Nevinson Avenue-Tarragon Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NE348NP · Data under Open Government Licence