Postcode Analysis Middlesbrough, North East

THISTLE RISE, TS8 0RQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THISTLE RISE, TS8 0RQ.

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Population

254

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 36,700 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TS8 0RQ 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.

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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

TS8 0RQ has a significant social housing presence — 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 22.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TS8 0RQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Thistle Rise, 0.7km from Newham Grange in Middlesbrough. Administratively it sits within Coulby Newham ward and the Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TS8 0RQ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £108k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 22.6% 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 TS8 0RQ are sourced from Output Area E00060694 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TS8 0RQ. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 110,000

6 sales · Mean £ 108,583

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TS8 0RQ has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences35
Public order14
Anti-social behaviour12
Burglary7
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Sunnyside Academy

Requires Improvement309 pupils0.6 km
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St Gerard's RC Primary School

Good164 pupils0.7 km
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Viewley Hill Academy

Good300 pupils0.7 km
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The King's Academy

Good1311 pupils1.1 km
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Trinity Catholic College

Requires Improvement1347 pupils1.4 km
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Holmwood School

Good82 pupils1.4 km
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Outwood Academy Acklam

Good1179 pupils1.4 km
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Hemlington Hall Academy

Good325 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Lifestyle Express0.0 km
  • Morgans Bakery0.7 km
  • Brookfield Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Newham Grange Leisure Farm Shop0.9 km
  • Boots0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • G's Golden Chippy0.8 km
  • Senorita Pizzeria0.7 km
  • Hemlington Golden Fry0.7 km
  • Jimmys Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Brookfield Kitchen0.9 km
  • Everyone Active at Middlesbrough Golf Club0.8 km
  • Caterlink at St. Gerard’s Catholic Primary School0.7 km
  • Karen’s Kitchen and Catering0.8 km
  • Newham Grange Farm Cafe0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bluebell Hotel0.6 km
  • Hemlington Social Club0.7 km
  • The Cleveland Huntsman0.7 km
  • Middlesbrough & District Motor Club0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marton2.8 km
  • James Cook University Hospital2.9 km
  • Gypsy Lane3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Blue Bell - Ladgate Lane0.4 km
  • Sunnyside0.4 km
  • Sunnyside0.4 km
  • The Blue Bell - Ladgate Lane0.4 km
  • Coulby Manor Footpath0.4 km