North Shields is a coastal town in North Tyneside, situated at the mouth of the River Tyne. The area has a strong maritime heritage, with its historic fish quay still operating today. The town features a mix of industrial and residential areas, with terraced housing and modern developments. Key landmarks include the Old Low Light, a restored 18th-century lighthouse, and the Royal Quays marina.
The town centre offers a range of shops, markets, and local businesses, alongside pubs and eateries. North Shields is well-connected, with a Metro station providing links to Newcastle and the wider region. The nearby Tynemouth Priory and beaches add to the area’s appeal. The town’s working-class roots and industrial past remain visible in its architecture and community spirit.
On average North Shields has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 205 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in North Shields is £36,100 per year. There are 3 schools in North Shields: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in North Shields area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £495,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 4 | £322,500 |
| Flats | 54 | £141,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 8 | £262,500 |
| Terraced | 37 | £239,950 |
10 years price trend in North Shields
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West Percy Street
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Cleveland Road
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Drummond Terrace
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Church Street
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Spring Terrace
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Lovaine Terrace
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Springfield
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Cleveland Avenue
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Borough Road
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Clive Street
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Camden Square
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Camden Square
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Kensington Gardens
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Cecil Street
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Lovaine Place West
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Spring Terrace
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Alma Place
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Waterloo Place
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Cleveland Crescent
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Milton Grove
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Lower Rudyerd Street
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Liddell Street
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Howard Street
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Back Albion Road
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Fontburn Terrace
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Russell Street
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Brightman Road
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Collingwood View
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South Preston Grove
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Alma Place
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Saville Street
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Howard Street
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Albion Road
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Brightman Road
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Cleveland Terrace
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Rudyerd Street
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Laet Street
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Howard Street
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Howard Street
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Grey Street
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Saville Street West
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Albion Road
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Albion Road
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Camp Terrace
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Norfolk Street
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Northumberland Square
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Military Road
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Frank Place
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Haswell Gardens
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Sidney Street
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Ashfield Grove
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Norfolk Street
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Northumberland Square
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Albion Road
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Lovaine Terrace
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Borough Road
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Gardner Place
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Queen Alexandra Road
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Chirton West View
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Alma Place
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Rudyerd Street
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Stephenson Street
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Howard Street
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Beaumont Street
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Cleveland Avenue
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Little Bedford Street
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Osborne Gardens
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Northumberland Square
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Kielder Terrace
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Cecil Street
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Cleveland Terrace
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Milton Grove
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Clive Street
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Laet Street
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Rudyerd Street
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Queen Alexandra Road
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Stephenson Street
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Gardner Park
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Laurel Heights
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Albion Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.