TS28 5EF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Milbank Terrace, 0.2km from Station Town in Wingate. Administratively it sits within Blackhalls ward and the Sedgefield constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £55k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.6% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TS28 5EF are sourced from Output Area E00105507 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILBANK TERRACE, TS28 5EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILBANK TERRACE, TS28 5EF.
188
45
£ 37,600 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TS28 5EF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 45, TS28 5EF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 2.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TS28 5EF. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 43,000
57 sales · Mean £ 49,007
Semi-Detached
£ 32,000
1 sales · Mean £ 32,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TS28 5EF is moderate at 76 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wingate Primary School
St Marys Catholic Primary School, Wingate
Wellfield School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Shah's Off Licence1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- All Inn Lounge1.0 km
- The Top House1.0 km
- The Railway Crossings1.0 km
- Wingate Constitutional Club0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Wingate Tandoori1.0 km
- Da Vinci's1.0 km
- Golden Dragon1.0 km
- Gills Golden Take Away0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hartlepool11.1 km
- Seaton Carew12.9 km
- Seaham13.2 km
Bus Stops
- Newholme Estate0.1 km
- Newholme Estate0.1 km
- Heaton Terrace0.3 km
- Front Street The Ridges0.3 km
- Front Street The Ridges0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TS285EF · Data under Open Government Licence