North Shields is a ward in North Tyneside, located on the north bank of the River Tyne. The area includes the town centre, Fish Quay, and residential neighbourhoods. It has a mix of housing, from terraced homes to modern developments, and serves as a key transport hub with ferry links to South Shields. The ward has industrial heritage tied to shipbuilding and fishing, with remnants like the old Low Light and High Light lighthouses.
The Fish Quay remains a focal point, with working boats and seafood restaurants. Nearby, North Shields Metro station connects the area to Newcastle and the coast. Parks like Percy Main Recreation Ground provide green space. The ward has seen regeneration in recent years, with new housing and leisure facilities along the riverfront. Schools, healthcare services, and local businesses support the community.
On average North Shields has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 171 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.4% 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 £37,649 per year. There are 4 schools in North Shields: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 155 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in North Shields area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £540,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 3 | £315,000 |
| Flats | 62 | £152,750 |
| Semi-Detached | 13 | £210,000 |
| Terraced | 77 | £180,000 |
10 years price trend in North Shields
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Coble Dene
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Brewhouse Bank
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Stephenson Street
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Howard Street
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Beaumont Street
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Trinity Place
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Little Bedford Street
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Prudhoe Street
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Stanley Street West
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Burdon Main Row
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Percy Main
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Dockwray Close
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Northumberland Square
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Kielder Terrace
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King Edward Road
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Cecil Street
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Clive Street
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Laet Street
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Rudyerd Street
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Elsdon Place
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Howdon Road
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Dock Road
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Howdon Road
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King Street
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Stephenson Street
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Gardner Park
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Laurel Heights
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Albion Road
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Burdon Main Row
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Liddell Street
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Addison Street
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Prudhoe Street
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Howard Street
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Bird Street
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Kettlewell Terrace
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Tynemouth Road
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Bird Street
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Jackson Street
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Saville Street West
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Newcastle Street
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Appleby Street
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Waldo Street
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Church Way
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Hylton Street
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Hudson Street
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Tynemouth Priory
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Bell Street
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Norfolk Street
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Jackson Street West
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Whitby Street
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Frank Place
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Burdon Main Row
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Coronation Street
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Borough Road
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Stanley Street
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Cardonnel Street
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Northumbrian Way
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East Norfolk Street
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Clifford Street
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Dockwray Close
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Howard Street
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Cecil Street
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Laurel Heights
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Ballast Hill Road
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East Percy Street
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Saville Street
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Northumberland Place
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Brock Farm Court
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Park Crescent
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Rosedale Terrace
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Saville Street
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Little Bedford Street
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Blucher Road
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Linskill Terrace
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Norfolk Street
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Albion Road
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Albion Road
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Lovaine Place
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Collingwood View
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Albion Road West
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Tennyson Terrace
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Borough Road
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Little Bedford Street
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George Stephenson Way
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Bell Street
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Coburg Street
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Brewhouse Bank
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Bell Street
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.