About Primrose

Primrose is a residential area located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the postcode area NE32. It is primarily known for its suburban character, featuring a mix of housing types, including semi-detached and terraced homes. The area offers a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. Transport links are accessible, with nearby bus services providing connections to surrounding areas. The proximity to larger towns and cities in Tyne and Wear allows residents to enjoy both the benefits of suburban living and the convenience of urban facilities. Primrose is a community-oriented area, with local events and activities that foster a sense of belonging among its residents.

School Ratings in Primrose

Families in Primrose have access to 263 local schools. Clervaux Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Primrose

Homes sell for an average of £143K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £148K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Primrose

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Primrose, with 56 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Primrose

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Primrose within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Primrose

Primrose benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,368 sales

Average Price £143K
£180 — £8.25M
Detached £246K 133
Semi £148K 1,013
Terraced £122K 791
Flat £66K 290

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

156 Primary
26 Secondary
81 Other
Bede Burn Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Primrose Centre 0.3 miles Valley View Primary School Primary 0.3 miles St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow Primary 0.3 miles Jarrow School Secondary Good 0.6 miles St James' Catholic Primary School, Hebburn Primary 0.6 miles Hebburn Comprehensive School Secondary 0.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Jarrow Primary 0.8 miles Hebburn Lakes Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Jarrow Cross CofE Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Clervaux Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.8 miles Fellgate Primary School Primary 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Primrose IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Primrose experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,352 Children (0-15) 18%
17,950 Working Age 61%
8,173 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.3% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Primrose 165 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Primrose is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

56 Anti-Social Behaviour
55 Violence & Sexual Offences
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Other Theft
8 Shoplifting
6 Burglary
6 Public Order
3 Other Crime
2 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Northumbria Hebburn and Jarrow Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Heworth Train Station 2.7 miles
Manors Train Station 4.5 miles
Dunston Train Station 5.9 miles
Sunderland Train Station 6.1 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 6.9 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Monkton 0 yards Hedworth 0.6 miles Fellgate 0.6 miles Hebburn 0.9 miles Simonside 1.2 miles Hebburn New Town 1.4 miles Hebburn Colliery 1.4 miles Boldon Colliery 1.8 miles New Town 1.8 miles Jarrow 1.8 miles Biddick Hall 1.9 miles Willington Quay 1.9 miles

Local Government

District South Tyneside
Ward Primrose
Constituency Jarrow
Parish South Tyneside, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in NE32 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Drive 1 Aberdeen Drive 3 Aidan Court 1 Albert Road 7 Alnwick Grove 2 Arran Drive 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashfield 1 Auckland Terrace 1 Avon Avenue 1 Aydon Grove 1 Ayr Drive 1 Balmoral Avenue 1 Bamburgh Grove 1 Barnard Grove 1 Barns Close 1 Bath Square 1 Beaufront Terrace 2 Bede Burn Road 10 Bede Burn View 1 Bede Terrace 1 Bedesway 3 Beech Street 1 Beechwood Close 1 Belsfield Gardens 2 Bideford Gardens 1 Bilton Hall Road 2 Birch Street 1 Birnam Grove 1 Biscop Terrace 1

Postcodes in NE32 50 shown View all postcodes

NE32 3AA NE32 3AB NE32 3AE NE32 3AF NE32 3AG NE32 3AH NE32 3AJ NE32 3AL NE32 3AN NE32 3AP NE32 3AQ NE32 3AR NE32 3AS NE32 3AT NE32 3AU NE32 3AW NE32 3AX NE32 3AY NE32 3AZ NE32 3BA NE32 3BB NE32 3BD NE32 3BE NE32 3BH NE32 3BJ NE32 3BL NE32 3BN NE32 3BP NE32 3BQ NE32 3BS NE32 3BU NE32 3BW NE32 3BX NE32 3BY NE32 3DA NE32 3DE NE32 3DP NE32 3DQ NE32 3DR NE32 3DS NE32 3DT NE32 3DX NE32 3DY NE32 3DZ NE32 3EA NE32 3ED NE32 3EF NE32 3EG NE32 3EN NE32 3HA