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South Shields
City in South Tyneside, United Kingdom
Overview
South Shields is a coastal town in North East England, known for its stunning beaches, historical sites, and friendly community. Its lively seafront, green parks, and mouthwatering fish and chips make it a favorite destination for both locals and visitors. The town offers a blend of Victorian charm and modern amenities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Metropolitan District
South Tyneside
Population
75,337
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.00°, -1.43°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
91
Monthly Cost
$2,215
Local Cost
$1,230
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
93
English
99
Temperature
9.6°C
Summer Avg
14.4°C
Winter Avg
5.3°C
Record High
23.0°C
Record Low
-1.8°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
782 mm
Internet Speed
235 Mbps
Upload
40 Mbps
Latency
17 ms
City Vibrancy
143
Coworking
0
Cafes
46
Nightlife
77
Parks
20
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
NCL
Distance
17 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 13 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 82/100.
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