TS22 5DB is a sought-after residential area on Burniston Drive, 1.4km from Wolviston in Billingham. Administratively it sits within Billingham West ward and the Stockton North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in TS22, TS22 5DB offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 62 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £167k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 6.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for TS22 5DB are sourced from Output Area E00061805 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURNISTON DRIVE, TS22 5DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNISTON DRIVE, TS22 5DB.
235
62
£ 49,100 /yr
30%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TS22 5DB is a settled retirement community — average age 62, 90% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £167k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending up 6.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TS22 5DB. The average age is 62.4. 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
£ 155,000
9 sales · Mean £ 142,824
Detached
£ 147,500
2 sales · Mean £ 147,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TS22 5DB has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Prior's Mill Church of England Controlled Primary School, Billingham
St Paul's Catholic Primary School
Northfield School and Sports College
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy
Ash Trees Academy
Wolviston Primary School
Pentland Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Cakes, Bakes and Shakes0.8 km
- The Right Plaice0.8 km
- Hoo Wah0.8 km
- La Buona Pizzeria0.2 km
- Yum Yum Chinese0.2 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Billingham Golf Club Kitchen0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Wolviston Recreation Ground Association0.9 km
- Billingham Golf Club0.4 km
- The Swan0.8 km
- The Wynyard0.4 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Londis0.8 km
- St Vincent De Paul Society (Holy Rosary Church)0.9 km
- Go Local0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's Local0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Billingham2.3 km
- Stockton Station4.8 km
- Thornaby5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Rudston Avenue0.0 km
- Rudston Avenue0.1 km
- The White House0.2 km
- Severn Grove0.3 km
- The White House0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TS225DB · Data under Open Government Licence