The Holgate is in Middlesbrough and in Middlesbrough district. TS5 6BX is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Middlesbrough. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Holgate, Middlesbrough, TS5 6BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS5 6BU, TS5 6BY, TS5 6BE, TS5 5BB, TS5 6BQ, TS5 6BF, TS5 6BG, TS5 6BB, TS5 5EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TS5 6BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 50.4% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 45.4% | 49.6% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TS5 6BX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.6% | 45.6% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 42.1% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 5.4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 51.2% | 43.7% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 36.7% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.8% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 6.4% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 23% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 12.5% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 13.6% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.6% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.7% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 21.8% | -1.4% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 4% | 4.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 90.8% | 78.3% | -12.5% | 81.4% | -3.1% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 5.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 82.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.5% | 82.6% | -11.9% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 9% | 6.9% | 5.6% | 3.4% |
| 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 | 93.9% | 82.1% | -11.8% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.9% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 6.9% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 4.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 4% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 14.8% | 6.5% | 8.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Holgate was 61.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.7% lower than the Acklam average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Holgate has the 18th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Acklam and the 128th lowest crime rate of 457 local areas in Middlesbrough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 The Holgate, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2015-06-22 | £149,767 |
| 9 The Holgate, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2014-10-24 | £146,915 |
| 7 The Holgate, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2007-09-10 | £143,815 |
| 7 The Holgate, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2006-04-06 | £146,481 |
| 8 The Holgate, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2005-04-28 | £182,231 |
TS5 6BX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in TS5 6BX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Primary School Ayresome Street , TS1 4NP | 3out of 4 | 218 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ayresome Primary School Worcester Street , Gresham Ward TS1 4NT | 2out of 4 | 540 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archibald Primary School Ayresome Green Lane , TS5 4DY | 3out of 4 | 597 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linthorpe Community Primary School Roman Road , Linthorpe TS5 6EA | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Primary School St Paul's Road , TS1 5NQ | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macmillan Academy Stockton Road , TS5 4AG | 3out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Riverside Russell Street , Middlehaven TS1 2AD | - not rated | 1,999 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Acklam Hall Drive , Acklam TS5 7JY | 3out of 4 | 2,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acklam Grange School Lodore Grove , TS5 8PB | 3out of 4 | 2,623 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Catholic College Lacy Road , TS4 3JW | 2out of 4 | 2,853 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Northern School of Art Green Lane , Linthorpe TS5 7RJ | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middlesbrough College Middlehaven , Dock Street TS2 1AD | - not rated | 2,409 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Education Training Collective Harvard Avenue , Thornaby TS17 6FB | - not rated | 3,499 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teesside University Borough Road , TS1 3BA | - not rated | 1,395 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollis Academy Saltersgill Avenue , TS4 3JS | 1out of 4 | 2,177 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beverley School Saltersgill Avenue , TS4 3JS | 3out of 4 | 2,240 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tees High Academy Sulby Avenue , Pallister Park TS3 8RD | 3out of 4 | 3,739 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tees Primary Academy Sulby Avenue , Pallister Park TS3 8RD | 3out of 4 | 3,739 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caterlink at Sacred Heart Catholic Primary | Ayresome Street, Middlesbrough | 150 yd | |
| Havana | 379 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 386 yd | |
| The Yellow Rose | Roman Road, Middlesbrough | 393 yd | |
| Delhi Lounge | 349 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 412 yd | |
| Silver Star | 2 Oliver Street, Middlesbrough | 421 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 438 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 504 yd | |
| The Cleveland Hotel | 454-458 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 561 yd | |
| Erimus Quoit & Rifle Club | Cumberland Road, Middlesbrough | 690 yd | |
| Dr Phil's Real Ale House | Roman Road, Middlesbrough | 794 yd | |
| The Intrepid Explorer | 262-266 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Dragon Takeaway | 365 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 412 yd | |
| Papas Pizza | 369 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 412 yd | |
| Village Street Food | 413 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 439 yd | |
| Barbs Pizza | Burlam Road, Middlesbrough | 462 yd | |
| Chipchase Chippy | 9 Chipchase Road, Middlesbrough | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Madina | 31-33 Parliament Road, Middlesbrough | 504 yd | |
| Babylon Mini Market | 47 Parliament Road, Middlesbrough | 537 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 449 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 543 yd | |
| Ali's Superstore Northeast Limited | 436 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough | 560 yd | |
| Bucharest Mini Market | 142 Parliament Road, Middlesbrough | 575 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ayresome Primary School PARLIAMENT ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 487 yd |
| Fitness Zone (Middlesborough) (Closed) Linthorpe Road | health and fitness suite | 491 yd |
| Elle Leisure (Middlesbrough)(Ladies Only) (Closed) Forbes Building 311-321 Forbes Building 311-321 Linthorpe Road | health and fitness suite | 650 yd |
| Albert Park PARK ROAD NORTH | tennis courts | 691 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Middlesbrough) UNIT 5 UNIT 5 VICTORIA STREET | health and fitness suite | 792 yd |
| Ko Fit 251-255 251-255 LINTHORPE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 833 yd |
| Newport Settlement Community Hub ST PAULS ROAD | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| Dorman Long Utd Athletic Club OXFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
| Macmillan Academy STOCKTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,086 yd |
| Westbourne Park (Closed) Acklam Road | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.