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Northern Parishes

About

The Northern Parishes ward encompasses the rural and semi-rural communities north of Stockton-on-Tees town centre, including areas like Norton and Billingham. The landscape is characterised by open farmland and village settlements, with the River Tees forming a significant part of its western boundary. This area provides a distinct contrast to the more urban central wards, with a focus on local village life and green spaces.

A notable feature is the Preston Park Museum & Grounds, a Victorian-era museum set within extensive parkland. The ward also contains industrial heritage linked to chemical manufacturing, which has historically shaped parts of the local economy and landscape. Transport connections are provided by the A19 and A177 roads, linking these parishes to the wider borough.

Area overview

On average Northern Parishes has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 6.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Northern Parishes is £62,688 per year. There are 3 schools in Northern Parishes: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Northern Parishes

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £337,500 in Northern Parishes area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £905,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Northern Parishes over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	68	£377,577	£245,000	£323,750	£467,121	£669,995
Flats	2	£246,000	£129,900	£181,500	£310,500	£362,100
Semi-Detached	18	£207,250	£70,000	£147,750	£233,750	£304,500
Terraced	12	£143,000	£77,775	£92,500	£214,500	£338,175

10 years median price trend in Northern Parishes

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail