About Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough is a town located in North Yorkshire, England, within the TS3 postcode area. It is known for its industrial heritage, having developed significantly during the 19th century due to the iron and steel industries. The town features a mix of modern and historical architecture, with notable structures such as the Transporter Bridge, which spans the River Tees and is an iconic symbol of the area. In addition to its industrial background, Middlesbrough offers various amenities, including shopping centres, parks, and cultural venues. The Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art showcases contemporary artworks and hosts exhibitions throughout the year. The town is also well-connected by public transport, making it accessible for visitors exploring the surrounding region.

School Ratings in Middlesbrough

Families in Middlesbrough have access to 134 local schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Middlesbrough

Homes sell for an average of £168K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Middlesbrough

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Middlesbrough, with 412 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Middlesbrough

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Middlesbrough within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough 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 27,436 sales

Average Price £168K
£250 £14.15M
Detached £277K 5,906
Semi £143K 10,133
Terraced £84K 9,206
Flat £82K 1,086

Deprivation and Employment in Middlesbrough IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Middlesbrough experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
1/10
Income
1/10
Employment
1/10
Education
1/10
Health
1/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,850 Children (0-15) 23%
23,789 Working Age 62%
7,748 Older (60+) 20%
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 Middlesbrough 2,725 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Middlesbrough 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.

925 Violence & Sexual Offences
412 Anti-Social Behaviour
269 Criminal Damage & Arson
249 Shoplifting
190 Public Order
138 Other Theft
124 Drugs
119 Vehicle Crime
103 Burglary
90 Other Crime
60 Robbery
24 Weapons
12 Bicycle Theft
10 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Marton Train Station 1.4 miles
South Bank Train Station 1.7 miles
Middlesbrough Train Station 1.8 miles
Gypsy Lane Train Station 2.1 miles
Nunthorpe Train Station 2.6 miles
Thornaby Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Local Government

District Middlesbrough
Ward Newport
Constituency Middlesbrough
Parish Middlesbrough, unparished area
Region North East

Notable & Famous People from Middlesbrough 51 people

Adrian Warburton
Aircraft pilot
British World War II pilot (1918–1944)
Aimee Willmott
Swimmer
British swimmer, Olympic athlete, Commonwealth Games silver medallist
Alan Peacock
Association football player
English footballer (1937–2025)
Amelia Lily
Singer
British singer
Ann Jellicoe
Actor
British actress, theatre director and playwright (1927-2017)
Brian Clough
Association football coach
English football player and manager (1935–2004)
Charlotte Hughes
Teacher
British supercentenarian (1877–1993)
Chris Corner
Singer
English producer and musician
Chris Hogg
Association football player
British footballer (born 1985)
Chris Kamara
Author
English association football player and manager (born 1957)
Chris Rea
Actor
English male singer-songwriter and guitarist (1951–2025)
Chris Tomlinson
Athletics competitor
British athlete
Colin Osborne
Darts player
British darts player
David Daniell
Sport cyclist
English racing cyclist
Don Revie
Association football coach
English footballer and manager (1927-1989)
Glenn Moody
Darts player
British darts player
Greg Clark
Politician
British politician (born 1967)