Geltsdale is in Middlesbrough and in Middlesbrough district. TS5 8TF is located in the Trimdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Middlesbrough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Geltsdale, Middlesbrough, TS5 8TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS5 8TE, TS5 8TD, TS5 8TQ, TS5 8HY, TS5 8TG, TS5 8HZ, TS5 8TH, TS5 8TJ, TS5 8SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TS5 8TF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 49.5% | 47.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 50.5% | 52.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 8TF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 25.8% | 28.4% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 53.6% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 7.7% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 8.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.6% | 51.6% | 7.0% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 31.6% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 11.7% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4.7% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 20.8% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 13.8% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 7.3% | -10.8% | 13.4% | -6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 7.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 21.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 26.5% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 87.3% | 84.9% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.9% | -3.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 93.8% | 94% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 4.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 93.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.5% | 37.2% | -7.7% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Sikh | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 1.6% | 6.0% | -4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Geltsdale was 28.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.3% lower than the Kader average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Geltsdale has the 9th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Kader and the 44th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in Middlesbrough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Geltsdale, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2024-09-26 | £146,867 |
| 17 Geltsdale, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-11-17 | £161,125 |
| 8 Geltsdale, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2023-06-13 | £142,261 |
| 1 Geltsdale, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2022-12-09 | £142,644 |
| 18 Geltsdale, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2021-09-30 | £263,493 |
TS5 8TF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TS5 8TF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acklam Whin Primary School Carlbury Avenue , Acklam TS5 8SQ | - not rated | 215 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acklam Whin Primary School Carlbury Avenue , Acklam TS5 8SQ | 3out of 4 | 215 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's RC Primary School Trimdon Avenue , Acklam TS5 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 215 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's RC Primary School Trimdon Avenue , TS5 8RZ | - not rated | 215 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kader Academy Staindrop Drive , Acklam TS5 8NU | 3out of 4 | 723 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St David's Roman Catholic Technology College St David's Way , Acklam TS5 7EY | - not rated | 1,012 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acklam Grange School Lodore Grove , TS5 8PB | 3out of 4 | 1,312 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acklam Grange School Lodore Grove , TS5 8PB | - not rated | 1,312 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boynton School Hall Drive , Acklam TS5 7JX | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Garth Community Arts College Hall Drive , Acklam TS5 7JX | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acklam Sixth Form College Hall Drive , Acklam TS5 7DY | - not rated | 1,596 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's College, Middlesbrough Saltersgill Avenue , TS4 3JP | - not rated | 2,408 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Northern School of Art Newport Road , TS1 1LA | - not rated | 2,478 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Teesside Tertiary College Marton Road , TS4 3RZ | - not rated | 3,604 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marton Sixth Form College Marton Road , TS4 3RZ | - not rated | 3,604 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Special Academy Sandy Flatts Lane , TS5 7YN | 3out of 4 | 1,556 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands Academy Eltham Crescent , TS17 9RA | 3out of 4 | 1,921 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Eltham Crescent , Thornaby TS17 9RA | - not rated | 1,921 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands School Eltham Crescent , Thornaby TS17 9RA | - not rated | 1,921 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill School Green Lane , TS5 7RY | - not rated | 2,155 yd | Other independent school | 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 St. Clare’s Catholic Primary School | Trimdon Avenue, Middlesbrough | 264 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grenadier | Trimdon Avenue, Middlesbrough | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ling Yan | 118 Trimdon Avenue, Middlesbrough | 555 yd | |
| Carol's Plaice | 116 Trimdon Avenue, Middlesbrough | 555 yd | |
| Papa Marios Pizzeria | 126 Trimdon Avenue, Middlesbrough | 555 yd | |
| The Brookfield | 39b Virginia Gardens, Middlesbrough | 900 yd | |
| G's Golden Chippy | 5 Otterburn Gardens, Middlesbrough | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | The Oval, Middlesbrough | 564 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kader Youth & Community Centre (Closed) Trimdon Avenue | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Kader Academy Staindrop Drive | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Trinity Catholic Technology College (Closed) St Davids Way | grass pitches | 1,015 yd |
| The Escape Zone (Middlesbrough) LOW LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,084 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 207.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.