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South Shields East

About

South Shields East is a residential area located in the coastal borough of South Tyneside. It sits near the mouth of the River Tyne, with easy access to the North Sea coastline. The area features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and postwar developments, catering to families and long-term residents. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small shopping areas, providing everyday essentials.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to South Shields town centre and nearby Newcastle. Marsden Beach and The Leas, a stretch of cliffs and grassland, are nearby, offering outdoor recreation. Industrial heritage is visible in the surrounding landscape, with former shipbuilding sites repurposed for modern use. South Shields East balances residential living with proximity to coastal and urban amenities.

Area overview

On average South Shields East has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 253 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Shields East is £33,400 per year. There are 3 schools in South Shields East: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

253

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

South Shields East Population

8,078

Population density

4,114.9 per km²

Demographics

British

6,053

74.91%

Bangladeshi

1,270

15.72%

Other White

136

1.68%

Pakistani

0.99%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.99%

Total population: 8,080

Housing

Owns outright

1,104

29.99%

Owns with a mortgage

1,006

27.33%

Private landlord or letting agency

767

20.84%

Social rents from council

433

11.76%

Other social rented

165

4.48%

Total households: 3,681

Property prices in South Shields East

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £126,500 in South Shields East area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in South Shields East over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£245,000	£245,000	£245,000	£245,000	£245,000
Flats	33	£100,000	£56,600	£75,000	£126,500	£195,200
Semi-Detached	5	£130,000	£122,000	£130,000	£180,000	£226,800
Terraced	54	£166,250	£66,690	£101,250	£185,000	£264,800

10 years median price trend in South Shields East

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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