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Takeaways| Council | South Tyneside |
| Crime Rate | ✓average |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment |
AllotmentsPlay SpaceGolf CoursePublic ParkTennis CourtBowling GreenPlaying FieldPubs & BarsRestaurants & CafesRetail ShoppingSupermarketsTakeaways
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Is South Shields a nice place to live?
South Shields is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.
How safe is South Shields?
South Shields has an average crime rate of 167.0 crimes per 1,000 people, similar to most areas. Crime hotspots have been reported near Nightclub and Supermarket, as reported by Northumbria Police.
What are the best schools in South Shields?
South Shields has 72 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include New York Primary School, Mortimer Primary School, St Bede's Catholic Primary School, South Shields. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Thomas More Catholic High School and Westoe Crown Primary School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of South Shields?
The majority of residents in South Shields identify as White (British) (91%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (94%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.