The Croft is in Marton In Cleveland, Middlesbrough and in Middlesbrough district. TS7 8DZ is located in the Marton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Croft, Marton In Cleveland, Middlesbrough, TS7 8DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS7 8NU, TS7 8NW, TS7 8NT, TS7 8NA, TS7 8NY, TS7 8EA, TS7 8NS, TS7 8DY, TS7 8LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TS7 8DZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 52% | 49.8% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48% | 50.2% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 TS7 8DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61% 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 | 15.8% | 17% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 61% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 16.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 5% | 7.5% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 11.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 39.2% | 40.6% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 31.2% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 8.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 27.4% | 23.1% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 6.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 10.3% | -8.8% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.6% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 31.8% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.1% | 96.6% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 95.2% | 95.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 95.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.8% | 37.2% | -13.4% |
| Christian | 71.7% | 46.2% | 25.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Croft was 180.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 346.2% higher than the Marton West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Croft has the highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Marton West and the 149th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in Middlesbrough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 The Croft, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2016-07-13 | £443,421 |
| 21 The Croft, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Detached, an established residential building | £227,250 | 2002-06-07 | £598,307 |
| 18 The Croft, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2001-11-30 | £473,471 |
TS7 8DZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 TS7 8DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lingfield Primary School Buxton Avenue , Marton TS7 8LP | - not rated | 396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lingfield Primary School Buxton Avenue , Marton TS7 8LP | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Captain Cook Junior School Stokesley Road , Marton TS7 8DU | - not rated | 528 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Captain Cook Primary School Stokesley Road , TS7 8DU | - not rated | 554 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Captain Cook Primary School Stokesley Road , TS7 8DU | 3out of 4 | 554 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulby Newham School Manor Farm Way , Coulby Newham TS8 0RJ | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Academy Stainton Way , Coulby Newham TS8 0GA | 3out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nunthorpe Academy Guisborough Road , Nunthorpe TS7 0LA | 2out of 4 | 2,379 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nunthorpe School Guisborough Road , Nunthorpe TS7 0LA | - not rated | 2,379 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenhoe School Marton Road , TS4 3RX | - not rated | 2,864 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teesside Tertiary College Marton Road , TS4 3RZ | - not rated | 2,528 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marton Sixth Form College Marton Road , TS4 3RZ | - not rated | 2,528 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's College, Middlesbrough Saltersgill Avenue , TS4 3JP | - not rated | 3,285 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Park Sixth Form College South Park Avenue , Normanby TS6 0NT | - not rated | 4,105 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acklam Sixth Form College Hall Drive , Acklam TS5 7DY | - not rated | 4,307 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmwood School Saltersgill Avenue , Easterside TS4 3PT | - not rated | 2,076 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Saltersgill Avenue , TS4 3PT | - not rated | 2,076 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tees Hospital School 170a Overdale Road , TS3 7EA | 3out of 4 | 2,935 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| River Tees Academy Grangetown 170a Overdale Road , TS3 7EA | - not rated | 2,935 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Discovery Special Academy Sandy Flatts Lane , TS5 7YN | 3out of 4 | 2,999 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artizan Marton | 38 Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 322 yd | |
| Marton Bistro | 10 Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 345 yd | |
| Jolsha | Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 556 yd | |
| Carol's Caterers at Oakwood Court | Gypsy Lane, Middlesbrough | 561 yd | |
| Caterlink at St. Bernadettes RC Primary School | Cookgate, Middlesbrough | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Cross | Dixons Bank, Middlesbrough | 226 yd | |
| The Brunton Arms | Gypsy Lane, Middlesbrough | 875 yd | |
| Rudds Arms | Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Mondo | 48 Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 341 yd | |
| Colin Chengs Cafe | 50 Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 341 yd | |
| Marton Chippy | 16a Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Dixons Bank, Middlesbrough | 226 yd | |
| Spar | 14 Stokesley Road, Middlesbrough | 341 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lingfield Primary School Buxton Avenue | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Marton Cricket Club STOKESLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,016 yd |
| The Avenue Primary School THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,038 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.