Park Avenue is in Upminster and in Havering district. RM14 1JS is located in the Cranham 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 Park Avenue, Upminster, RM14 1JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM14 1XR, RM14 1JQ, RM14 1XS, RM14 1JP, RM14 1XU, RM14 1LA, RM14 1JG, RM14 1JX, RM14 1BF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM14 1JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20% | 27.3% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 48.5% | -13.7% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 6.6% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 14.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
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 | 45.6% | 49.8% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 30.3% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 14% | 15% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 3.4% | -4.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 28.7% | 17.2% | -11.5% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 10.1% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 12.3% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 9.3% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 17.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 30% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 94.9% | 91% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 96.7% | 93.3% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.5% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 68.7% | 46.2% | 22.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Avenue was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.9% lower than the Cranham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Park Avenue has the 27th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Cranham and the 148th lowest crime rate of 740 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Park Avenue, Upminster, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-10-27 | £501,463 |
| 16A Park Avenue, Upminster, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-07-26 | £280,947 |
| 21 Park Avenue, Upminster, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2023-07-28 | £538,105 |
| 18 Park Avenue, Upminster, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2023-06-30 | £665,612 |
| Fairview, 14 Park Avenue, Upminster, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2022-09-21 | £583,503 |
RM14 1JS 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 RM14 1JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engayne Primary School Severn Drive , Cranham RM14 1SW | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engayne Junior School Severn Drive , Cranham RM14 1SW | - not rated | 756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engayne Infant School Severn Drive , Cranham RM14 1SW | - not rated | 756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The James Oglethorpe Primary School Ashvale Gardens , RM14 3NB | 3out of 4 | 1,032 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upminster Junior School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3BS | - not rated | 1,809 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall Mead School Marlborough Gardens , RM14 1SF | - not rated | 591 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Mead School Marlborough Gardens , RM14 1SF | 4out of 4 | 591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coopers' Company and Coborn School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3HS | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coopers' Company and Coborn School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emerson Park School Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | - not rated | 2,069 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 | 2,838 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havering College of Further and Higher Education Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2LL | - not rated | 4,120 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oglethorpe Unit Ashvale Gardens , RM14 3NB | - not rated | 1,032 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Routes4Life Limited The Walk , RM11 3TL | - not rated | 2,751 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Warley Street , Great Warley CM13 3LA | - not rated | 2,887 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corbets Tey School Harwood Hall Lane , RM14 2YQ | 3out of 4 | 3,145 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfields Preparatory School Harwood Hall , Harwood Hall Lane RM14 2YG | - not rated | 3,266 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 4 You | 99 Front Lane, Upminster | 339 yd | |
| Sodexo @ TFL Upminster | Front Lane, Upminster | 422 yd | |
| Spice of India | Front Lane, Upminster | 425 yd | |
| Cafe in Cranham | Front Lane, Upminster | 425 yd | |
| Tapestry | Brunswick Avenue, Upminster | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough | 83 Front Lane, Upminster | 422 yd | |
| The Golden Crane PH | 117 Avon Road, Upminster | 496 yd | |
| Thatched House | St Mary's Lane, Upminster | 997 yd | |
| The Jobbers Rest | St Mary's Lane, Upminster | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn's Eat Out | Moor Lane, Upminster | 359 yd | |
| Sea World | Moor Lane, Upminster | 359 yd | |
| Prosperity | 71 Front Lane, Upminster | 422 yd | |
| Peking Express | 133 Avon Road, Upminster | 496 yd | |
| Sea Fish | 151 Avon Road, Upminster | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 77-81 Front Lane, Upminster | 422 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hall Mead School MARLBOROUGH GARDENS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 587 yd |
| Engayne Primary School SEVERN DRIVE | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Upminster Hall Playing Fields HOLDEN WAY | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Upminster Hall Sports Association Hall Lane Playing Fields Hall Lane Playing Fields Hall Lane | 801 yd | |
| Upminster Golf Club HALL LANE | golf | 892 yd |
| Grosvenor Lawn Tennis Club Grosvenor Gardens | tennis courts | 1,072 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.