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Skelton West

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About

Skelton West ward lies within the larger town of Skelton, positioned to the west of its centre. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing types including terraced homes and post-war estates. It contains local shopping provisions along High Street and several community-focused amenities such as primary schools and recreational grounds. The ward's layout reflects its historical development as a distinct settlement within the broader borough.

The landscape is gently undulating, with the land historically shaped by ironstone mining, though little visible industry remains today. A notable local feature is the presence of Skelton Castle and its surrounding parkland, which provides a significant green space within the ward's boundaries. This area contributes to the ward's quieter, more suburban character compared to neighbouring districts, with a network of local roads connecting it to the rest of Redcar and Cleveland.

Area overview

On average Skelton West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 116 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Skelton West is £44,012 per year. There are 1 schools in Skelton West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Skelton West is home to around 4,448 people, with a population density of about 438.8 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
116
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
14.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Skelton West Population
4,448
Population density
438.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
54.86(+34%)
Anti-social behaviour
28.55(+25%)
Shoplifting
25.63(+111%)
Criminal damage and arson
20.91(+75%)
Public order
11.47(+31%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,357
97.95%
Other White
25
0.56%
Irish
13
0.29%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.25%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
11
0.25%
Total population: 4,448

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
862
23.49%
No qualifications
845
23.02%
Level 3 (A level)
751
20.46%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
526
14.33%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
350
9.54%
Total 16+ residents: 3,670

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
654
32.73%
Owns with a mortgage
588
29.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
384
19.22%
Other social rented
192
9.61%
Social rents from council
139
6.96%
Total households: 1,998

Property prices in Skelton West

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £150,000 in Skelton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £368,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Skelton West in the 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 Skelton West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£259,995
Flats1£108,000
Semi-Detached21£185,000
Terraced28£95,500

10 years median price trend in Skelton West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Skelton West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.