Hurst Park Avenue is in Hornchurch and in Havering district. RM12 6DJ is located in the Hacton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hornchurch and Upminster. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hurst Park Avenue, Hornchurch, RM12 6DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM12 6ST, RM12 6DA, RM12 6DR, RM12 6DP, RM12 6DL, RM12 6SP, RM12 6DD, RM12 6DH, RM12 6SS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM12 6DJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 50.8% | 4.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 53.7% | 49.2% | -4.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 RM12 6DJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 30.3% | 29% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 55% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5% | 4.8% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 10% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 36.6% | 51.3% | 14.7% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 42.5% | 34.3% | -8.2% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 10% | -7.8% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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% | 19.6% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 10.3% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 11.8% | -10.4% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 21.4% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 25.5% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.8% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.1% | 91.7% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 89.9% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 6.4% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 89.6% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 1% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.8% | 37.2% | -10.4% |
| Christian | 66.9% | 46.2% | 20.7% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hurst Park Avenue was 119.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.2% higher than the Elm Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hurst Park Avenue has the 15th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Elm Park and the 144th highest crime rate of 740 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hurst Park Avenue, Hornchurch, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2022-01-10 | £779,514 |
| 4 Hurst Park Avenue, Hornchurch, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2020-05-29 | £437,471 |
| 8 Hurst Park Avenue, Hornchurch, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £377,500 | 2015-02-27 | £623,203 |
| 6 Hurst Park Avenue, Hornchurch, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2010-08-06 | £466,739 |
| 2 Hurst Park Avenue, Hornchurch, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £194,995 | 2002-07-05 | £601,091 |
RM12 6DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RM12 6DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suttons Primary School Suttons Lane , RM12 6RP | 3out of 4 | 484 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hacton Primary School Chepstow Avenue , RM12 6AU | 4out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hacton Primary School Chepstow Avenue , RM12 6AU | - not rated | 671 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scotts Primary School Bonington Road , RM12 6TH | 4out of 4 | 939 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branfil Primary School Cedar Avenue , RM14 2LW | 3out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanders School Suttons Lane , RM12 6RT | - not rated | 678 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sanders Draper Suttons Lane , RM12 6RT | 3out of 4 | 681 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbs Cross School and Arts College Abbs Cross Lane , RM12 4YB | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College Abbs Cross Lane , RM12 4YB | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dury Falls School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3TB | - not rated | 1,616 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havering Sixth Form College Wingletye Lane , RM11 3TB | - not rated | 1,616 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 3,980 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havering College of Further and Higher Education Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2LL | - not rated | 4,010 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Rainham Sixth Form 217 Wennington Road , RM13 9XA | - not rated | 4,350 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbrook School Dagenham Road , RM10 7UR | 3out of 4 | 4,537 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tuition Centre 235 High Street , RM11 3XX | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birnam Wood Pupil Referral Unit Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | - not rated | 1,590 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Havering Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | 3out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Routes4Life Limited The Walk , RM11 3TL | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corbets Tey School Harwood Hall Lane , RM14 2YQ | 3out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tunch Kitchen | 47 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 567 yd | |
| Angeli Fish & Chips | 51 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 567 yd | |
| Coffee Co | 164 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 809 yd | |
| The Sipping House Limited | 179 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 872 yd | |
| Milkies | 177 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Optimist Tavern | Hacton Lane, Hornchurch | 770 yd | |
| Railway Hotel | Station Lane, Hornchurch | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong City | 53 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 567 yd | |
| Hacton Lane Fish Bar & Kebab | Central Drive, Hornchurch | 662 yd | |
| Hornchurch Charcoal Grill | 195 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 2 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 567 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Suttons Primary School SUTTONS LANE | grass pitches | 535 yd |
| The Sanders School SUTTONS LANE | grass pitches | 679 yd |
| Branfil Primary School (Little Gaynes Lane Playing Field) LITTLE GAYNES LANE | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Scotts Primary School BONINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,016 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.