Hebburn — a Tyneside town with a shipbuilding heart
On the south bank of the Tyne between Gateshead and Jarrow, Hebburn grew from a small riverside settlement into a coal-mining and shipbuilding town, and today is a close-knit community in South Tyneside with genuine character and pride in its past.
What Makes It Special
Thinking about moving to Hebburn? Here's what the community loves about living here.
Riverside Heritage
Hebburn's story is written on the Tyne — the Hawthorn Leslie and Palmers shipyards and Hebburn Colliery shaped the town, and that industrial pride still runs deep.
Green Spaces
Carr-Ellison Park, given to the town in 1920 and set in the grounds of the historic Hebburn Hall, is the town's best-loved green space, with riverside and open areas nearby.
Schools & Families
Hebburn is served by South Tyneside's primary and secondary schools, with a good spread of settings for families across the town.
Connected
Hebburn Metro station sits on the Yellow Line for direct trips to Newcastle, Gateshead, Jarrow and the coast, with frequent buses and quick access to the A19 and A185.
Community Spirit
Friends-of groups, sports and community clubs, churches and volunteer projects keep Hebburn tight-knit, with an events calendar that brings the town together.
Food & Drink
From traditional pubs and family-run takeaways to cafes and everyday shops, Hebburn's independents give the town its own character. Explore them in our directory.
A Coal and Shipbuilding Town
From a small Saxon riverside settlement to a 19th-century boom built on coal and shipbuilding — Hebburn has stories worth telling. Explore our timeline, heritage articles, and the landmarks that shaped the town.
Explore Hebburn's HistoryFind Your Way Around Hebburn
Start with our guides, local directory and events, and the practical information you need to get the most out of the town.
Local Directory
Independent shops, pubs, cafes, trades and services across Hebburn.
What's On
Community events, markets and things to do in and around Hebburn.
Guides
In-depth local guides to eating out, days out, family life and more.
Heritage
The shipyards, the colliery, Hebburn Hall and the town's landmarks.
Families
Schools, tutors, groups and activities for children in Hebburn.
Practical Info
Transport, health, council services and everyday essentials.
Key Facts
~21,300 (2021 census)
South Tyneside Council
Tyne and Wear
NE31
Hebburn (Yellow Line)
A185, A19 nearby
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