Hillcrest Avenue is in Stockton-On-Tees and in Stockton-On-Tees district. TS18 5AF is located in the Hartburn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockton South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton-on-tees, TS18 5AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS18 4JT, TS18 5QH, TS18 5AE, TS18 4JS, TS18 5AP, TS18 5AD, TS18 5AG, TS18 4HT, TS18 5AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TS18 5AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.2% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.8% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.6% | 31.8% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 45% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 11.8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 10% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.9% | 41.3% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 36.4% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 14.8% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 21.3% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 8.1% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12.7% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 7.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 16.7% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 31.7% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.1% | 90.5% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 92.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 5.7% | 2.6% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 92.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillcrest Avenue was 45.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.4% lower than the Fairfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillcrest Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Fairfield and the 221st lowest crime rate of 645 local areas in Stockton-on-Tees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-12-09 | £147,994 |
| 3 Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-09-08 | £223,916 |
| 18 Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £241,600 | 2025-05-23 | £245,401 |
| 17 Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-01-28 | £173,185 |
| 45 Hillcrest Avenue, Stockton-On-Tees, Stockton-On-Tees Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-04-19 | £180,168 |
TS18 5AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartburn Primary School Adelaide Grove , TS18 5BS | - not rated | 434 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartburn Primary School Adelaide Grove , TS18 5BS | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosehill Infant School Upsall Grove , Fairfield TS19 7QN | - not rated | 974 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Junior School Upsall Grove , Fairfield TS19 7QU | - not rated | 1,034 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Rosehill CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Upsall Grove , Fairfield TS19 7QU | 3out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian Ramsey Church of England Aided Comprehensive School Fairfield Road , Fairfield TS19 7AJ | - not rated | 501 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy Fairfield Road , Fairfield TS19 7AJ | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grangefield Academy Oxbridge Avenue , TS18 4LE | 4out of 4 | 779 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grangefield School and Technology College Oxbridge Avenue , TS18 4LE | - not rated | 779 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Bede RC School Bishopton Road West , TS19 0QH | - not rated | 1,308 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton Sixth Form College Bishopton Road West , TS19 0QD | - not rated | 1,296 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Education Training Collective Harvard Avenue , Thornaby TS17 6FB | - not rated | 3,178 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greengates Primary Pupil Support Centre Melton Road , Thornaby TS19 0JD | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Gates Academy Melton Road , TS19 0JD | 3out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartwell School Yarm Road , Stockton TS18 3TN | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrensfield School Wrensfield Road , TS19 0AT | - not rated | 1,842 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Primrose Hill School Durham Road , TS19 0DZ | - not rated | 2,204 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elmwood Tea Room | The Elmwood Tea Room, 53 Darlington Road | 612 yd | |
| Fresh Food Co | 5 Harper Parade | 680 yd | |
| Cafe Sapore | 4 Harper Parade | 680 yd | |
| Hartburn Fish & Chip Shop | 7 Harper Parade | 680 yd | |
| Oxbridge Fish Bar | 50 Oxbridge Lane | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fairfield | Fairfield Road | 557 yd | |
| TS18 Ltd@Stocktoncricket&RugbyClub | 52a Oxbridge Avenue | 688 yd | |
| Stockton Arms | 24 Darlington Road | 732 yd | |
| The Masham | 87 Hartburn Village | 797 yd | |
| West End Bowling Club | Darlington Road | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 10 Harper Parade | 680 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grangefield Centre Oxbridge Lane | grass pitches | 367 yd |
| Hartburn Primary School ADELAIDE GROVE | grass pitches | 432 yd |
| Ian Ramsey Church Of England Aided Comprehensive School (Closed) Greens Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 533 yd |
| Ian Ramsey Church Of England Academy FAIRFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| The Grangefield Academy OXBRIDGE AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 684 yd |
| Stockton Cricket Club GRANGEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Holy Trinity Rosehill (Va) C Of E Primary School UPSALL GROVE | grass pitches | 1,035 yd |
| Ropner Park WINDSOR ROAD | tennis courts | 1,048 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.