North Shields is situated on the the north east coast 8 miles (13 km ) east of Newcastle upon Tyne and 14 miles (22km) north of Sunderland. The town is well connected to the A19 trunk road and the A194 (M) and A1 motorways. The Tyne & Wear Metro serves the town. The nearest airport is Newcastle International with 15 and 30 minute drive time. Populations are 475,0000 and 1,460,000 respectively. The property is situated 1.5 miles (2.5km) to the south west of North Shields Town Centre within the Royal Quays area. A dock regeneration programme that commenced in 1990.