Coulby Newham
Middlesbrough 019 · 6 sub-areas · 8,321 residents
Middlesbrough 019 is a settled residential area within Middlesbrough, home to around 8,300 people. Rents are low even by North East standards — a typical two-bedroom lets for around £644 a month, noticeably below what you'd expect across much of the UK. Owner-occupation is relatively high for the area, and a significant share of residents are in their 50s and above.
Coulby Newham is a mid-density neighbourhood of Middlesbrough in the North East region. It sits between busier and quieter parts of the local authority and isn't dominated by a single use — there's a mix of workplaces, housing and local services.
Overview
What's it like to live in Coulby Newham?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; Recorded crime is higher than the national norm — common for built-up urban areas, but worth weighing if you're looking for a quieter base; rents are below the national norm, with a typical home letting at around £709 a month; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Coulby Newham in Middlesbrough
Living in Coulby Newham
This part of Middlesbrough has the feel of an established, owner-occupied suburb rather than a transient renting market. Most residents have put down roots here — nearly two in three households own their home, which is unusual given how affordable the area is. The pace is quieter than the town centre, and the demographic skews older: nearly a quarter of residents are 65 or over.
On cost, this neighbourhood sits at the affordable end even within a low-cost region. A two-bedroom home runs around £644 a month in rent, and the median house price is roughly £197,000 — meaning a deposit is achievable in just over three years at typical local salaries. Council tax (Band D) comes to around £2,549 a year, which is on the higher side relative to local incomes but in line with much of the North East.
Who lives here? It's predominantly a British-born, older population — around 97% of residents were born in the UK, and the ethnic diversity index is low at 7.1. Single-person households make up around a third of all homes, which alongside the age profile suggests a significant number of retirees and older singles. Families with children account for roughly one in six households.
Practically speaking, the nearest mainline rail station is about 2.5 km away — a walk of around 30 minutes or a short drive. Most people here get around by car; two in three residents commute that way, and only around 3% use public transport for work. Working from home is common — nearly one in five residents does so. Broadband coverage is strong, with over 91% of premises able to access gigabit speeds. See the streets and sub-areas below for more detail on specific pockets of the neighbourhood.
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Frequently asked
- Is Middlesbrough 019 a nice place to live?
- It depends on what you're after. It's a quiet, settled area with a strong owner-occupation rate and low rents, but crime is elevated compared to the national average and school quality within catchment distance is below average. For older residents or those prioritising affordability and stability over urban buzz, it can work well.
- What is the rent in Middlesbrough 019?
- A one-bedroom property typically costs around £507 a month, a two-bedroom around £644, and a three-bedroom around £764. These are estimates based on local sale prices scaled from council-level official data. Rents rose around 8.4% in the past year, in line with broader regional trends.
- Is Middlesbrough 019 safe?
- Crime runs at around 150 incidents per 1,000 residents annually, roughly double the UK national rate. That's consistent with Middlesbrough broadly rather than being unique to this neighbourhood. The older, settled population is a moderating factor, but crime is higher here than in most parts of England.
- What's the commute from Middlesbrough 019 to Middlesbrough centre?
- Most residents drive — around two in three use a car for commuting. The nearest mainline rail station is about 2.5 km away, roughly a 30-minute walk. Public transport use for work is very low at around 3%, so if you don't drive, options are limited.
- Who lives in Middlesbrough 019?
- Predominantly older, British-born, settled residents. Nearly half the population is over 50, and around 60% own their home. Single-person households make up about a third of all homes. It's a low-diversity area with 97% of residents born in the UK.
- What schools are near Middlesbrough 019?
- There are 68 schools within 2 km, so choice isn't the issue — quality is. Only around 24% are rated Good or Outstanding within typical catchment distance, well below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is about 4.5 km away.
- Is Middlesbrough 019 affordable to buy in?
- Yes, by UK standards. The median house price is around £197,000, and at local salary levels you'd typically save a 10% deposit in about 3.3 years. That's one of the more realistic deposit timelines in England, though local salaries are modest at around £30,000 a year.