Suttons Lane is in Hornchurch and in Havering district. RM12 6SH is located in the Hacton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hornchurch and Upminster. This postcode has been in use since 2005-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Suttons Lane, Hornchurch, RM12 6SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM12 6NL, RM12 6LS, RM12 6RD, RM12 6AA, RM12 6LL, RM12 6HX, RM12 6TG, RM12 6AL, RM12 4SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM12 6SH is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 46.7% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 50.7% | 53.3% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around RM12 6SH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 54.8% | 54.5% | -0.3% | 37.9% | 16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.6% | 23% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -21.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 15.3% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 6% | 2.4% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45% | 44.5% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 39.4% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 13.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 19.1% | 20.1% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 9.1% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 22% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 29.7% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 8.7% | 3.9% | -4.8% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 5.2% | 4.3% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 4.4% | 7.8% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 5.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 76.4% | 69% | -7.4% | 81.4% | -12.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 72.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 72.5% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 9% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 6.7% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.8% | 7.5% | -4.3% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.1% | 72.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | -10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 15.4% | 11.5% | 9.8% | 5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.8% | 3.9% | -0.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.3% | 3.5% | -4.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 4.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 10.3% | 6.5% | 3.8% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Suttons Lane was 136.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% higher than the Elm Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Suttons Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Elm Park and the 107th highest crime rate of 740 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 254.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 8 Stone House Suttons Lane, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-11-30 | £295,423 |
| Flat 12 Stone House Suttons Lane, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-03-31 | £305,313 |
| Flat 1 Stone House Suttons Lane, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2020-08-04 | £324,393 |
| Flat 8 Stone House Suttons Lane, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2020-02-06 | £315,278 |
| Flat 12 Stone House Suttons Lane, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2015-11-05 | £335,793 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hacton Primary School Chepstow Avenue , RM12 6AU | 4out of 4 | 458 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hacton Primary School Chepstow Avenue , RM12 6AU | - not rated | 458 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Suttons Primary School Suttons Lane , RM12 6RP | 3out of 4 | 460 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langtons Junior Academy Westland Avenue , RM11 3SD | 3out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langtons Junior School Westland Avenue , RM11 3SD | - not rated | 1,114 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 | 620 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sanders Draper Suttons Lane , RM12 6RT | 3out of 4 | 620 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbs Cross School and Arts College Abbs Cross Lane , RM12 4YB | - not rated | 886 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College Abbs Cross Lane , RM12 4YB | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dury Falls School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3TB | - not rated | 1,247 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 | 1,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havering College of Further and Higher Education Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2LL | - not rated | 3,341 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 3,515 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Rainham Sixth Form 217 Wennington Road , RM13 9XA | - not rated | 4,905 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 | 4,252 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Clack School Gosfield Road , RM8 1JU | 3out of 4 | 5,090 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 989 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birnam Wood Pupil Referral Unit Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Havering Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Routes4Life Limited The Walk , RM11 3TL | - not rated | 1,300 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodrington School 17 Walden Road , Emerson Park RM11 2JT | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Co | 164 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 93 yd | |
| The Sipping House Limited | 179 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 162 yd | |
| Milkies | 177 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 178 yd | |
| Jimmy's Cafe | 142 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 182 yd | |
| Tunch Kitchen | 47 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 246 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Hotel | Station Lane, Hornchurch | 125 yd | |
| Vertigo Lounge | 17-19 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 842 yd | |
| Frankie's Wine Bar | 29 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 842 yd | |
| The Sutton Arms | 14-16 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 901 yd | |
| Harvester | 125 Abbs Cross Lane, Hornchurch | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hornchurch Charcoal Grill | 195 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 131 yd | |
| Hong Kong City | 53 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 246 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 67 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 649 yd | |
| Hacton Lane Fish Bar & Kebab | Central Drive, Hornchurch | 707 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 46 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 2 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 246 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Elm Park Avenue, Hornchurch | 1,007 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 101-105 High Street, Hornchurch | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Suttons Primary School SUTTONS LANE | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| The Sanders School SUTTONS LANE | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| Abbs Cross Academy & Arts College ABBS CROSS LANE | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Abbs Cross Health And Fitness ABBS CROSS LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 911 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.