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Location in North YorkshireCargo Fleet sits where the marker shows within the county.

29,970
Population
12,417
Households
1 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£34,983
Avg. household income
419
Businesses
4,180
People per km²
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About Cargo Fleet

Cargo Fleet is a small settlement located in North Yorkshire, England, within the TS3 postcode area. It lies near the River Tees, offering views of the surrounding countryside and the river’s meandering course. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing, and is known for its proximity to the historic town of Stockton-on-Tees. The local environment includes open fields and wooded areas, providing a peaceful setting for residents. There are several local amenities, including a primary school and a community centre, which support the daily needs of the community. The village is well-connected by road, with the A66 and A19 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Cargo Fleet is a quiet place with a strong sense of local identity, where residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life.

School Ratings in Cargo Fleet

Cargo Fleet is served by 145 schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cargo Fleet

Property prices average £91K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £62K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cargo Fleet

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Cargo Fleet, with 216 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cargo Fleet

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cargo Fleet is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Healthcare in Cargo Fleet

There are 49 GP surgeries within three miles of Cargo Fleet, the nearest being Newmedica Teesside (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Cargo Fleet

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Property Prices 3,283 sales

Average Price £91K
£500 , £8.25M
Detached £152K 97
Semi £91K 1,223
Terraced £62K 1,795
Flat £60K 46

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

84 Primary
15 Secondary
46 Other
Good 12
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TS3 postcode area.

Tees Valley College Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.5 miles North Ormesby Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Lift North Ormesby Primary 0.6 miles St Alphonsus' Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Reintegreat Education Solutions Ltd Not applicable Good 0.8 miles Breckon Hill Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Brambles Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Middlesbrough College 16 plus Good 0.9 miles Outwood Academy Riverside Secondary Good 0.9 miles Corpus Christi RC Primary School Primary 0.9 miles River Tees Primary Academy Not applicable 1 miles Abingdon Children's Centre Good 1.1 miles

Household Income in Cargo Fleet ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cargo Fleet is approximately £34,983 a year before tax, 37% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £28,773. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cargo Fleet £34,983
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £28,773.

Businesses in Cargo Fleet ONS 2025

There are approximately 419 active businesses based in Cargo Fleet, around 14 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

419 Total businesses
14 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 3%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Cargo Fleet IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Cargo Fleet as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
1/10
Income
1/10
Employment
1/10
Education
1/10
Health
1/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 25%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 14%
7,488 Children (0-15) 25%
18,324 Working Age 61%
4,160 Older (65+) 14%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 70.6% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 47.1% 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 Cargo Fleet 1,549 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cargo Fleet 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 522
Criminal Damage & Arson 216
Anti-Social Behaviour 200
Shoplifting 135
Public Order 128
Other Theft 67
Vehicle Crime 57
Burglary 56
Drugs 56
Other Crime 48
Robbery 35
Weapons 14
Theft from Person 9
Bicycle Theft 6
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

South Bank Train Station 0.8 miles
Middlesbrough Train Station 1.2 miles
Marton Train Station 2.4 miles
Gypsy Lane Train Station 3.2 miles
Nunthorpe Train Station 3.7 miles
Billingham Train Station 3.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Ormesby 0.6 miles Pallister 0.6 miles South Bank 1.2 miles Middlesbrough 1.2 miles Berwick Hills 1.2 miles Port Clarence 1.4 miles Marton Grove 1.8 miles Teesville 2 miles Park End 2 miles Haverton Hill 2.2 miles Linthorpe 2.2 miles Ormesby 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Middlesbrough
Ward Park End & Beckfield
Constituency Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland
Parish Middlesbrough, unparished area
Region North East

Home Ownership in Cargo Fleet

Of the 12,801 households in and around Cargo Fleet, 38% are owned, 41% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 38% Social rented 41% Private rented 21%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cargo Fleet.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cargo Fleet

What is the population of Cargo Fleet?
Cargo Fleet has a population of approximately 29,970 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Cargo Fleet?
The average property in and around Cargo Fleet sold for about £90,812, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 74% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Cargo Fleet a deprived area?
Cargo Fleet sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 1 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Cargo Fleet?
Cargo Fleet is covered by the TS3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Cargo Fleet?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cargo Fleet, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Cargo Fleet?
The nearest railway station to Cargo Fleet is South Bank Train Station, about 0.8 miles away.

Streets in TS3 30 shown View all streets

A66 2 Ackworth Green 1 Addington Drive 3 Admirals Avenue 1 Albury Way 1 Alconbury Way 1 Aldridge Road 3 Allinson Street 2 Alphonsus Street 2 Alston Green 2 Althorpe Close 3 Alverton Green 2 Amberley Green 1 Amersham Road 6 Ampleforth Road 4 Amroth Green 1 Ansdale Road 1 Appleby Avenue 1 Arundel Green 1 Aston Avenue 1 Attlow Wk 1 Bailey Grove 1 Balmoral Road 4 Bamboo way 1 Barden Road 1 Barholm Close 3 Barnford Walk 1 Barras Grove 1 Barrington Crescent 6 Basil Street 1

Postcodes in TS3 50 shown View all postcodes

TS3 0AA TS3 0AB TS3 0AD TS3 0AE TS3 0AF TS3 0AG TS3 0AH TS3 0AJ TS3 0AL TS3 0AN TS3 0AP TS3 0AQ TS3 0AR TS3 0AS TS3 0AT TS3 0AU TS3 0AW TS3 0AX TS3 0AY TS3 0AZ TS3 0BA TS3 0BB TS3 0BD TS3 0BE TS3 0BF TS3 0BG TS3 0BH TS3 0BJ TS3 0BL TS3 0BN TS3 0BP TS3 0BQ TS3 0BS TS3 0BT TS3 0BU TS3 0BW TS3 0BX TS3 0BY TS3 0BZ TS3 0DA TS3 0DB TS3 0DD TS3 0DE TS3 0DF TS3 0DG TS3 0DH TS3 0DJ TS3 0DL TS3 0DN TS3 0DP