Is TS8 9BQ a safe place to live?

Yes, TS8 9BQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 28 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TS8 9BQ?

The average property price in TS8 9BQ is currently around £248k.

What is the population of TS8 9BQ?

The population for the TS8 9BQ area is approximately 277 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Middlesbrough, North East

HIGH RIFTS, TS8 9BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH RIFTS, TS8 9BQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

277

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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7/10

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7/10

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3/10

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3/10

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1/10

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5/10

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6/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

TS8 9BQ is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 87% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TS8 9BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on High Rifts, 0.9km from Thornton (Stainton and Thornton) in Stainton (Middlesbrough). Administratively it sits within Stainton & Thornton ward and the Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland constituency.

For families considering a move, TS8 9BQ represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An established, mature community with an average age of 58 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £248k.

Census 2021 statistics for TS8 9BQ are sourced from Output Area E00188331 (shared with 6 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 9BQ. The average age is 58.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%

Asian / British Asian1.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

35%Active

FT: 22%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 180,000

6 sales · Mean £ 183,166

Detached

£ 275,500

2 sales · Mean £ 275,500

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

TS8 9BQ has low crime rates — 28 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences58

Anti-social behaviour18

Public order11

Criminal damage and arson9

Drugs4

school Local Schools

Hemlington Hall Academy

Good325 pupils0.3 km

Viewley Hill Academy

Good300 pupils1.3 km

St Gerard's RC Primary School

Good164 pupils1.5 km

St Clare's RC Primary School

Good241 pupils1.5 km

Acklam Whin Primary School

Good482 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Stainton Inn and Tea Rooms0.2 km
Hemlington Hall Academy - Lingfeld Education Trust0.3 km
Grace & Maman0.6 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Sporting Lodge Inn0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Marton4.5 km
James Cook University Hospital4.6 km
Thornaby5.1 km

Bus Stops

Stainton Way West Footbridge0.1 km
Stainton Way West Footbridge0.1 km
Fawcett Avenue0.3 km
The Stainton0.3 km
The Stainton0.3 km