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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Upper Pearson Street
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Linskill Terrace
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Lovaine Avenue
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North Shields
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Saville Street
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Union Quay
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Grey Street
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Jackson Street
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Tynemouth Priory
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North Shields
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Epsom Close
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Tynemouth Priory
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Fontburn Terrace
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Linskill Place
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North Shields
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Addison Street
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Little Bedford Street
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Gardner Place
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William Street
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Percy Main
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Atkinson Gardens
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Linskill Terrace
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Trevor Terrace
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Albion Road
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Church Way
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North Shields
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Clive Street
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Borough Road
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Upper Camden Street
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Howard Street
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Charlotte Close
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Bird Street
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King Street
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Fish Quay
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Clifford Street
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Linskill Place
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Church Way
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Beaumont Street
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North Shields
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Chirton Avenue
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Albion Road
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Finchdale Close
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Clive Street
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Prudhoe Street Back
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East George Street
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Linskill Street
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Camden Street
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Drummond Terrace
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Jackson Street
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Grey Street
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Church Way
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Church Way
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Pearson Place
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George Street
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East George Street
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North Shields
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Drummond Terrace
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.