TS23 1BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Marlborough Close, 0.4km from Chiltons Lane Estate in Billingham. Administratively it sits within Billingham South ward and the Stockton North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 48 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 85 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £86k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for TS23 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00061923 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARLBOROUGH CLOSE, TS23 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARLBOROUGH CLOSE, TS23 1BJ.
307
48
£ 35,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
TS23 1BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TS23 1BJ. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 86,000
2 sales · Mean £ 86,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TS23 1BJ is moderate at 85 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Billingham South Community Primary School
St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School
Norton Primary Academy
Pentland Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Wilson Vale Catering Management Ltd0.9 km
- South View Convenience Store Ltd0.3 km
- J&P Specials1.0 km
- Katie's Custom Bakes0.8 km
- Pop Larkins Off Licence0.6 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Billingham Synthonia Club0.9 km
- Billingham Social Club0.5 km
- Billingham Synthonia Junior F.C.0.9 km
- The Smiths Arms0.4 km
- The Salutation0.3 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Chung Ying Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Pizza Nova0.7 km
- Station Pizza & Restaurant0.6 km
- Uno Pizzeria0.2 km
- Bombay Chilli0.4 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Frydays0.3 km
- Kamo's0.7 km
- Munchies0.2 km
- Porky Pint Restaurant & Bar0.2 km
- Taylors Cafe0.6 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express Kiosk1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Billingham1.9 km
- Stockton Station2.9 km
- Thornaby3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Hallcroft Close Footpath0.2 km
- Imperial Road0.2 km
- Imperial Road0.2 km
- West Avenue0.2 km
- Grange Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TS231BJ · Data under Open Government Licence