About Bishopsgarth

Bishopsgarth is a residential area located in County Durham, within the county of England. It lies just to the north of the city of Middlesbrough and is part of the larger Tees Valley region. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes, many of which were built during the mid-20th century. It is well-connected by road, with access to the A66 and A19, making it convenient for commuting. The local community is served by several schools, a few shops, and a small number of public houses. While it is not a town in its own right, Bishopsgarth is a well-established part of the wider urban landscape, offering a quiet, family-friendly environment with easy access to nearby amenities.

School Ratings in Bishopsgarth

Families in Bishopsgarth have access to 105 local schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bishopsgarth

Homes sell for an average of £141K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £137K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bishopsgarth

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Bishopsgarth, with 159 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bishopsgarth

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bishopsgarth around the national average for deprivation. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bishopsgarth

Bishopsgarth benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,816 sales

Average Price £141K
£500 — £8.25M
Detached £217K 775
Semi £137K 2,447
Terraced £89K 1,514
Flat £60K 29

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

65 Primary
13 Secondary
27 Other
Hardwick Green Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Outwood Academy Bishopsgarth Secondary 0.3 miles Elmtree CC Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Northern Community Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Green Gates Academy Good 0.5 miles Whitehouse Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St Mark's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Abbey Hill Academy Good 0.7 miles Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy Secondary 0.7 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Stockton Primary Good 0.7 miles Harrow Gate Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Fairfield Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bishopsgarth IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bishopsgarth are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,218 Children (0-15) 19%
25,306 Working Age 60%
11,588 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bishopsgarth 1,122 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bishopsgarth are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

354 Violence & Sexual Offences
159 Shoplifting
154 Anti-Social Behaviour
102 Criminal Damage & Arson
76 Vehicle Crime
71 Public Order
58 Other Theft
40 Drugs
39 Burglary
34 Other Crime
17 Robbery
11 Weapons
4 Theft from Person
3 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stockton Train Station 1.8 miles
Thornaby Train Station 2.7 miles
Eaglescliffe Train Station 3.4 miles
Billingham Train Station 3.7 miles
Allens West Train Station 3.7 miles
Middlesbrough Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fairfield 0.6 miles Hardwick 0.6 miles Roseworth 0.9 miles Stockton-on-Tees 1.2 miles Carlton 1.4 miles Hartburn 1.4 miles Mount Pleasant 1.9 miles Whinny Hill 2 miles Norton 2 miles Redmarshall 2 miles Elton 2 miles Thorpe Thewles 2 miles

Local Government

District Stockton-on-Tees
Ward Newtown
Constituency Stockton North
Parish Stockton-on-Tees, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in TS19 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbots Way 1 Acacia Road 1 Aireborough Close 1 Aiskew Grove 5 Albert Road 1 Aldbrough Close 2 Alder Road 1 Alford Lane 1 Almond Grove 2 Antrim Avenue 1 Appleton Road 7 Arable Road 1 Arden Grove 1 Aristotle Drive 1 Armadale Close 1 Ashbourne Road 3 Astley Close 1 Autumn Grove 1 Aycliffe Close 1 Azalia Road 1 Babbage Gardens 2 Bakery Drive 1 Barlborough Avenue 3 Barnard Avenue 1 Barras Way 1 Barrhead Close 1 Barrington Avenue 1 Beccles Close 1 Bedale Grove 1

Postcodes in TS19 50 shown View all postcodes

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