15 pictures of how South Shields, Jarrow and Whitburn streets looked in decades past
Can you spot your street in these photos of decades gone by?
Can you imagine it? Your street used to look like this.
Here’s another selection to enjoy. Take a look at School Street, Westoe Road, and Commercial Road.
Grab a glimpse of East Street, Edinburgh Road and Carr Street from times gone by.
You might remember some of these scenes but why not take a look for yourself and tell us more.

1. Going back to 1981
The Whitburn Co-op corner of East Street and North Guards, pictured in 1981. Photo: Shields Gazette

2. Albion Street
Albion Street in the picture - but in which year? Photo: Shields Gazette

3. Jarrow High Street
Flats in Jarrow High Street got our photographer's attention in August 1955. Photo: Shields Gazette

4. St Rollox Street
A trip back to January 1972 for this view of the St Rollox Street, Hebburn flats. Photo: Shields Gazette