{"id":2883,"date":"2021-12-05T21:22:59","date_gmt":"2021-12-05T21:22:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=2883"},"modified":"2021-12-05T21:23:00","modified_gmt":"2021-12-05T21:23:00","slug":"whats-it-like-to-live-in-middlesbrough","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/whats-it-like-to-live-in-middlesbrough\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s it like to live in Middlesbrough?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A large North\nYorkshire town that sits on the southern banks of the River Tees, Middlesbrough\nis inviting, amenable, and well situated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With strong manufacturing roots,\nMiddlesbrough suffered in the post-industrial decline felt by many heavy\nindustry towns during the 1970 and 80s, but in recent years, the region has\nstarted to thrive once again thanks to multi-million pound <a href=\"https:\/\/www.middlesbrough.gov.uk\/planning-and-housing\/key-developments-middlesbrough-2021\">regeneration projects<\/a> that include new housing, a\nflagship arts college, lots of new businesses, and plans for an urban farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong><em>Did you know?<\/em><\/strong><em> Film director Ridley Scott hails from the northeast of England and based the opening shot of <\/em>Blade Runner<em> on the view of the old ICI plant at Wilton in Middlesbrough.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a wealth of local\namenities, solid housing options, and plenty of exciting developments in the\npipeline, Middlesbrough is becoming increasingly popular among young couples,\nbudding professionals, and growing families alike. Property prices are also\ncompetitive, with an average price of \u00a3145,902 in the last 12 months, considerably less than the national\naverage of \u00a3270,000. Terraced properties in\nMiddlesbrough fetch around \u00a381,000 while semi-detached homes sell for somewhere\nin the region of \u00a3140,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Middlesbrough is a well-connected town\nwith a dedicated railway station that offers frequent services to York, Leeds,\nManchester (including Manchester Airport), Darlington, Whitby, and Saltburn.\nThe city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne can be reached in an hour and Middlesbrough is\n45 minutes from Teesside Airport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re travelling by bus you\u2019re also\nin luck because Middlesbrough boasts an <a href=\"https:\/\/bustimes.org\/localities\/middlesbrough\">extensive bus network<\/a> that covers the entire region, offering\nsolid connections to nearby destinations including Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Whitby,\nDurham, and Scarborough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those travelling by motor vehicle, Middlesbrough\noffers direct access to the A19 between Doncaster to the south and Seaton Burn\nto the north and the A66 westbound to Cumbria, taking in a wealth of major destinations\nin the northeast and beyond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearest stations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernrailway.co.uk\/stations\/MBR\">Middlesbrough\nRailway Station<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernrailway.co.uk\/stations\/SBK\">South Bank Railway\nStation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernrailway.co.uk\/stations\/STK\">Stockton-On-Tees\nRailway Station<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Schools\nand education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Middlesbrough plays host to a good\nchoice of primary and secondary schools as well as settings offering SEND\n(special educational needs &amp; disabilities) provision including the highly\nrated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoveryspecialacademy.org.uk\/\">Discovery Primary Academy<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.priorywoods.middlesbrough.sch.uk\/\">Priory Woods School<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are at least <a href=\"https:\/\/www.middlesbrough.gov.uk\/schools-and-education\/find-school\/primary-schools-middlesbrough\">30 primary schools<\/a> in the Middlesbrough area,\nmany of which sport official ratings of \u2018Above Average\u2019 or \u2018Well Above Average\u2019\nin key academic areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For bigger kids taking that next step\nup, Middlesbrough is also home to 13 secondary school settings, the majority of\nwhich have received a \u2018good\u2019 rating from Ofsted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have young adults at home and\nthey\u2019re looking for a rewarding fix of higher education, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbro.ac.uk\/\">Middlesbrough College<\/a> is a vibrant campus that offers a host\nof academic courses, vocational qualifications, and modern apprenticeships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/mima.art\/\">Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art (MIMA)<\/a> is a prestigious creative hub\nthat also hosts a range of specialist workshops, sessions, and occasional\ninternships for young creative types looking to express themselves while\nsharpening their skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh, and not forgetting those younger\nmembers of the family: Middlesbrough\nis also home to a choice of <a href=\"https:\/\/nurseries.middlesbrough.gov.uk\/\">trusted playgroups,\npre-schools, and nurseries<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leisure and amenities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re looking for everyday\nessentials or a regular fix of retail therapy, Middlesbrough has it covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandcentre.co.uk\/\">Cleveland Centre<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hillstreetshopping.com\/\">Hill Street Shopping Centre<\/a> are both home to a solid mix\nof high street retail favourites, coffee shops, and food outlets. Middlesbrough\u2019s\nbeloved <a href=\"https:\/\/neefm.co.uk\/events\">farmer\u2019s market<\/a> usually runs twice a month,\nserving up a treasure trove of local produce, rare finds, and artisanal\ndelights and Middlesbrough is also home to an Aldi, Sainsbury\u2019s, and Iceland\nfor the big supermarket shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you like to get active, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.everyoneactive.com\/centre\/middlesbrough-sports-village\/\">Middlesbrough Sports\nVillage<\/a>\nis home to a state-of-the-art gym, modern athletics facilities, indoor playing\ncourts, a skate &amp; BMX park, velodrome, and a soft play for the kids. For\naquatic types, the region also offers plenty of decent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yell.com\/s\/swimming+pools-middlesbrough.html\">swimming pools<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to green open space,\nMiddlesbrough doesn\u2019t disappoint either. There are several scenic walks to\nenjoy along the banks of the River Tees, the coast and popular seaside towns Redcar\nand Whitby are close by, and the likes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodlandtrust.org.uk\/visiting-woods\/woods\/flatts-lane-woodland-country-park\/\">Flatts Lane Woodland\nCountry Park<\/a> make for an idyllic day out surrounded by nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s on?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Middlesbrough is a vibrant place to\nlive with a rich arts heritage and a wide range of live concerts, festivals,\nfetes, and community gatherings regularly taking place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fletchersfarmfest.co.uk\/\">Fletchers Farm Fest<\/a> is always a popular local event and <a href=\"https:\/\/twisterella.co.uk\/\">Twisterella<\/a> is a growing multi-venue music festival that takes place across the\nregion every year. This exciting spectacle hosts the best emerging acts the\narea has to offer while showcasing alternative artists from far and wide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to quaffing and munching,\nthere\u2019s plenty of choice, too. There are <a href=\"thisismiddlesbrough.com\/restaurants\/index.asp\">bars, pubs, and restaurants<\/a> to suit every palate locally\nwith the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theshednormanby.com\/\">SHED Micro Pub<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.the-zetland.com\/\">The\nZetland<\/a>\nand Middlesbrough stalwart <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fellinismiddlesbrough.co.uk\/\">Fellini\u2019s<\/a> all highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some\nother must visit attractions in or around Middlesbrough:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.middlesbrough.gov.uk\/parking-roads-and-footpaths\/tees-transporter-bridge\">Tees Transporter Bridge<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/mima.art\/\">Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dormanmuseum.co.uk\/\">Dorman Museum<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stockton.gov.uk\/our-places\/parks-and-countryside\/ropner-park\/\">Ropner Park<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazycorner.co.uk\/\">Crazy Corner Adventure Play<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butterflyworld.com\/\">Butterfly World<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/tbiwwc.com\/teesaurus-park-route\/\">Teesaurus Park<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Safety and crime<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like any major town or city, crime does\nexist in Middlesbrough, but the area is well patrolled by the Cleveland Police\nForce and crime prevention and community initiatives including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.middlesbrough.gov.uk\/community-support-and-safety\/domestic-abuse\/one-minute-guides\/sanctuary-scheme\">The Sanctuary Scheme<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleveland.police.uk\/notices\/street-safe\/street-safe\/\">Street Safe<\/a> help to tackle any pressing\nissues throughout the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Popular places to live in the town include\nfamily-friendly South Bank, Primrose Hill and Hemlington.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information on crime and local\npolicing in the area visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.uk\/pu\/your-area\/cleveland-police\/middlesbrough-north\/\">Middlesbrough North<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.uk\/pu\/your-area\/cleveland-police\/middlesbrough-south\/\">Middlesbrough South<\/a> pages of the Police UK\nwebsite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Want to know more?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out current properties available in Middlesbrough <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/houses-for-sale\/middlesbrough-north-yorkshire\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A large North Yorkshire town that sits on the southern banks of the River Tees, Middlesbrough is inviting, amenable, and well situated. 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