Central Avenue is in Billingham and in Stockton-On-Tees district. TS23 1LP is located in the Billingham South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stockton North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Central Avenue, Billingham, TS23 1LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS23 1LR, TS23 1BQ, TS23 1BG, TS23 1LA, TS23 1NQ, TS23 1LW, TS23 1BH, TS23 1LS, TS23 1NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TS23 1LP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 47.3% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 51.9% | 52.7% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 26.2% | 34.2% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 50.2% | -7.6% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 8.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 5.2% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 44.5% | 48.5% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 36.4% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 13% | 9.1% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 18.3% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.4% | 15.2% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 10.4% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.7% | 26.5% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 19.6% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.7% | 96.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 95.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Central Avenue was 100.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.9% higher than the Billingham South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Central Avenue has the 8th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Billingham South and the 249th highest crime rate of 645 local areas in Stockton-on-Tees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144 Central Avenue, Billingham, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2020-10-20 | £156,670 |
| 144 Central Avenue, Billingham, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-06-25 | £153,226 |
| 144 Central Avenue, Billingham, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,500 | 2016-08-18 | £146,924 |
| 144 Central Avenue, Billingham, Stockton-On-Tees Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2015-03-27 | £122,030 |
| 134 Central Avenue, Billingham, Stockton-On-Tees Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2008-06-13 | £159,469 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billingham Nursery School Cheviot Crescent , TS23 2PR | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Cowpen Lane , TS23 1LJ | - not rated | 96 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School Cowpen Lane , TS23 1LJ | 3out of 4 | 96 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Billingham South Community Primary School Belasis Avenue , TS23 1BE | 4out of 4 | 227 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pentland Primary School Pentland Avenue , TS23 2RG | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pentland Primary School Pentland Avenue , TS23 2RG | - not rated | 888 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billingham Campus School Marsh House Avenue , TS23 3HB | - not rated | 2,076 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Academy Beamish Road , TS23 3DX | 3out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Comprehensive School Beamish Road , TS23 3DX | - not rated | 2,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Norton School Humanities College Berkshire Road , Norton TS20 2RD | - not rated | 2,238 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield School and Sports College Thames Road , TS22 5EG | 3out of 4 | 2,909 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bede College Hale Road , TS23 3ER | - not rated | 2,031 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Education Training Collective Harvard Avenue , Thornaby TS17 6FB | - not rated | 4,530 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middlesbrough College Middlehaven , Dock Street TS2 1AD | - not rated | 4,587 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockton Sixth Form College Bishopton Road West , TS19 0QD | - not rated | 5,163 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edwin School Mill Lane , TS20 1LG | - not rated | 1,773 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edwin School Mill Lane , Norton TS20 1LG | - not rated | 1,773 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bishopsmill School Mill Lane , Norton TS20 1LG | - not rated | 1,966 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rievaulx School Rievaulx Avenue , TS23 2BH | - not rated | 2,027 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red House School 36 The Green , Norton TS20 1DX | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kays Cafe | 18 Station Road | 632 yd | |
| Taylors Cafe | 45 Station Road | 671 yd | |
| The Peppermill Bistro | 42 Station Road | 688 yd | |
| Pizza House | Picture House, South View | 716 yd | |
| Frydays | 2 Mill Lane | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billingham Synthonia Club | Belasis Avenue | 332 yd | |
| Billingham Town Football Club | Bedford Terrace | 507 yd | |
| Theatre Upstairs | 178 Belasis Avenue | 580 yd | |
| The Village Crossing Bar | 31-33 Station Road | 672 yd | |
| The Village Crossing Bar | 35-37 Station Road | 674 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sisi Pizzeria | 178d Belasis Avenue | 580 yd | |
| Bombay Chilli | 178c Belasis Avenue | 580 yd | |
| Manjaros | 178B Belasis Avenue | 598 yd | |
| Station Pizza & Restaurant | 46 Station Road | 660 yd | |
| Expresso Pizza | 17 Station Road | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express Kiosk | Beck Valley Service Station, Wolviston Road | 983 yd | |
| Tesco Petrol Station Kiosk | Marsh House Service Station, Marsh House Avenue | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns The Evangelist R.C. Primary School Cowpen Lane | grass pitches | 97 yd |
| Billingham South Community Primary School BELASIS AVENUE | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| Central Avenue Stadium BILLINGHAM SYNTHONIA BILLINGHAM SYNTHONIA CENTRAL AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 300 yd |
| Billingham Town Football Club BILLINGHAM TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB BILLINGHAM TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB BEDFORD TERRACE | grass pitches | 384 yd |
| Billingham Synthonia Cricket Club CHILTONS AVENUE | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Billingham Synthonia Sports Ground BILLINGHAM SYNTHONIA SPORTS GROUND BILLINGHAM SYNTHONIA SPORTS GROUND GREENWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 463 yd |
| Pentland Primary School PENTLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Billingham Forum SPORTS CENTRE SPORTS CENTRE MORELAND AVENUE | health and fitness suite, ice rinks, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,068 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 | 33.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.