Church Lane is in Middlesbrough and in Middlesbrough district. TS5 7EB is located in the Acklam electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Middlesbrough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Lane, Middlesbrough, TS5 7EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS5 7BZ, TS5 7EF, TS5 7ED, TS5 7DE, TS5 7EE, TS5 7BF, TS5 7DD, TS5 7BY, TS5 7EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TS5 7EB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 50% | 48.1% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50% | 51.9% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TS5 7EB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.2% | 36.4% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 51.2% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 5.1% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.2% | 52.3% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 33% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 10.5% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 17.7% | 18.6% | 0.9% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 15.2% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 4.4% | -3.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 19.9% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 30.7% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 4.3% | 12.5% | 8.2% | 2.7% | 9.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 87.8% | 73.2% | -14.6% | 81.4% | -8.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 1.6% | 5.5% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 4.9% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 92.7% | 88.2% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 8.3% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 88% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| North Africa | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.6% | 37.2% | -9.6% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 17.1% | 6.5% | 10.6% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 456.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 365.8% higher than the Acklam average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Acklam and the 34th highest crime rate of 457 local areas in Middlesbrough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 121.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Church Lane, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-12-02 | £260,178 |
| 74 Church Lane, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2017-11-13 | £420,305 |
| 30 Church Lane, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2015-01-06 | £192,644 |
| 44 Church Lane, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2014-11-14 | £474,416 |
| 78 Church Lane, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2014-06-25 | £277,828 |
TS5 7EB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kader Academy Staindrop Drive , Acklam TS5 8NU | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Primary Academy Green Lane , Acklam TS5 7RU | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whinney Banks Primary School Fakenham Avenue , TS5 4QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham Bridge Primary School Cayton Drive , Acklam TS5 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acklam Whin Primary School Carlbury Avenue , Acklam TS5 8SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acklam Grange School Lodore Grove , TS5 8PB | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Acklam Hall Drive , Acklam TS5 7JY | 3out of 4 | 762 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Catholic College Lacy Road , TS4 3JW | 2out of 4 | 1,854 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornaby Academy Baysdale Road , Thornaby TS17 9DB | - not rated | 2,441 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Macmillan Academy Stockton Road , TS5 4AG | 3out of 4 | 2,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,112 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Education Training Collective Harvard Avenue , Thornaby TS17 6FB | - not rated | 3,635 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middlesbrough College Middlehaven , Dock Street TS2 1AD | - not rated | 4,568 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverley School Saltersgill Avenue , TS4 3JS | 3out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollis Academy Saltersgill Avenue , TS4 3JS | 1out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands Academy Eltham Crescent , TS17 9RA | 3out of 4 | 2,696 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmwood School Saltersgill Avenue , Easterside TS4 3PT | 3out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teesside University Borough Road , TS1 3BA | - not rated | 3,515 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tipsy Cow | 249 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough | 307 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Master Cooper | 291 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough | 310 yd | |
| Cochranes Sports & Social Club | Hall Drive, Middlesbrough | 341 yd | |
| The Coronation Inn | Acklam Road, Middlesbrough | 347 yd | |
| Jack Hatfield Sports Club | Rockingham Court, Middlesbrough | 662 yd | |
| Acklam Park Club | Green Lane, Middlesbrough | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Pan | 267a Acklam Road, Middlesbrough | 280 yd | |
| Acklam Fish Bar | 269a Acklam Road, Middlesbrough | 280 yd | |
| New Regent | 271 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough | 280 yd | |
| Croft Fisheries | 37 Croft Avenue, Middlesbrough | 927 yd | |
| Ling Yan | 118 Trimdon Avenue, Middlesbrough | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 123-129 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marton Football Club WEST LODGE WEST LODGE ACKLAM ROAD | grass pitches | 340 yd |
| Middlesborough College Grass Pitches Acklam Campus (Closed) Hall Drive | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| Jack Hatfield Sports Club ROCKINGHAM COURT | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Acklam Park GREEN LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 588 yd |
| Mill Hill ST. MARY'S WALK | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Trinity Catholic Technology College (Closed) St Davids Way | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Acklam Sports Centre (Closed) Hall Drive | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 676 yd |
| The Acorn Centre LODORE GROVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 716 yd |
| Kader Academy Staindrop Drive | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Green Lane Primary Academy Green Lane | grass pitches | 777 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.