Frithwood Close is in Billericay and in Basildon district. CM12 9PL is located in the Burstead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basildon and Billericay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Frithwood Close, Billericay, CM12 9PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM12 9PU, CM12 9PN, CM12 9PX, CM12 9PT, CM12 9PS, CM12 9PJ, CM12 9PW, CM12 9PP, CM12 9PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM12 9PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.6% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47% | 48.4% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CM12 9PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.3% | 27.5% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 63.2% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 19.0% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 3.5% | -9.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.5% | 56.6% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 32.6% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 11% | 9.8% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.1% | 11.3% | -11.8% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 12.8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 15.6% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18.7% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 32.7% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 91.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.5% | 91.8% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 91.8% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Frithwood Close was 25.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.9% lower than the Billericay East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Frithwood Close has the 35th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Billericay East and the 118th lowest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Frithwood Close, Billericay, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-02-23 | £388,077 |
| 21 Frithwood Close, Billericay, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-04-24 | £654,175 |
| 17 Frithwood Close, Billericay, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £652,500 | 2022-05-06 | £696,690 |
| 18 Frithwood Close, Billericay, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2021-06-30 | £666,868 |
| 10 Frithwood Close, Billericay, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2019-08-02 | £600,856 |
CM12 9PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quilters Infant School Laindon Road , CM12 9LD | 4out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quilters Junior School Laindon Road , CM12 9LD | 4out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Green Junior School Hickstars Lane , South Green CM12 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Green Infant School Ganels Road , CM11 2TG | 3out of 4 | 1,886 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunnymede Junior School The Meadoway , CM11 2HL | 3out of 4 | 2,577 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Billericay School School Road , CM12 9LH | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayflower High School Stock Road , CM12 0RT | 4out of 4 | 3,552 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School Brentwood Hanging Hill Lane , Hutton CM13 2HG | 3out of 4 | 4,463 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The James Hornsby School Leinster Road , SS15 5NX | 3out of 4 | 5,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns School 47-49 Stock Road , Billericay CM12 0AR | - not rated | 2,614 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Hutton Manor 428 Rayleigh Rd , Brentwood CM13 1SD | - not rated | 2,982 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramsden Hall Academy Heath Road , Ramsden Heath CM11 1HN | 2out of 4 | 4,028 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billericay Lawn Tennis Club | Billericay Lawn Tennis Club, Blunts Wall Road | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billericay Cricket Club | The Toby Howe Cricket Ground, Blunts Wall Road | 958 yd | |
| Reids Bar, Restaurant and Function Room | 66-68 Laindon Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tops Pizza | 177 Western Road | 1,088 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 175 Western Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 101 High Street | 612 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Billericay Town Fc BLUNTS WALL ROAD | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Billericay Cricket Club Blunts Wall Road | grass pitches | 970 yd |
| Quilters Junior School LAINDON ROAD | grass pitches | 990 yd |
| Dukes Pitch Laindon Common Road | grass pitches | 1,064 yd |
| Billericay Lawn Tennis Club BLUNTS WALL ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 1,071 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.