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About Acklam
Acklam is a village located in North Yorkshire, within the county of England. It lies within the TS5 postcode area and is situated near the town of Middlesbrough. The area has a mix of residential properties and open countryside, with local amenities including schools, shops, and community facilities. Acklam has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to the medieval period. The village is well connected by road and rail, making it accessible to nearby towns and cities. Its proximity to the Tees Valley provides residents with convenient access to employment and leisure opportunities. The local community is active, with various clubs and events contributing to a strong sense of place.
School Ratings in Acklam
Acklam is served by 181 schools. Linthorpe Community Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Acklam
Property prices average £154K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £156K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Acklam
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Acklam, with 218 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Acklam
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Acklam falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Acklam
There are 58 GP surgeries within three miles of Acklam, the nearest being Outreach Nurse Practitioner (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Acklam
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Property Prices 5,889 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the TS5 postcode area.
Household Income in Acklam ONS 2023
The average total household income in Acklam is approximately £49,062 a year before tax, 11% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,575. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,575.
Businesses in Acklam ONS 2025
There are approximately 804 active businesses based in Acklam, around 19 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Acklam IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Acklam in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Acklam 1,230 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Acklam is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Acklam
Of the 16,807 households in and around Acklam, 73% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Acklam.