Environment in South Shields

South Shields in North East scores 73/100 (very good) for environment, measured against the national average — a score of 60 is typical for the country.

Green spaces

112

Deprivation decile

3

NO₂ (µg/m³)

10.6

Flood Zone 3 (% area)

1%

Road noise ≥55 dB (% area)

16%

How we measure this·Guide: What makes a good neighbourhood?

Data last updated: 19 October 2026