Marlborough Gardens is in Upminster and in Havering district. RM14 1SQ 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 Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, RM14 1SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM14 1SG, RM14 1SL, RM14 1SR, RM14 1SJ, RM14 1BU, RM14 1SP, RM14 1RP, RM14 1XX, RM14 1LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM14 1SQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 RM14 1SQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.5% 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 | 24% | 23.3% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 64.5% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 20.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -5.6% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (89.7%) 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 | 57.6% | 60.8% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 28.9% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 10% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around RM14 1SQ this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 9% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 10.4% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 18.1% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 25.3% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 8.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 29.5% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.7% | 93.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 98.6% | 93.4% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 93.6% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.3% | 76.7% | 15.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32% | 37.2% | -5.2% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marlborough Gardens was 277.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 560.2% higher than the Cranham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Marlborough Gardens has the 3rd highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Cranham and the 40th highest crime rate of 740 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 150.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £572,500 | 2024-12-06 | £607,990 |
| 102 Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2023-10-31 | £784,352 |
| 106 Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2022-01-31 | £635,478 |
| 87 Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2018-02-15 | £770,384 |
| 112 Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2015-10-21 | £738,889 |
RM14 1SQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engayne Primary School Severn Drive , Cranham RM14 1SW | 3out of 4 | 487 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engayne Junior School Severn Drive , Cranham RM14 1SW | - not rated | 487 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engayne Infant School Severn Drive , Cranham RM14 1SW | - not rated | 487 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The James Oglethorpe Primary School Ashvale Gardens , RM14 3NB | 3out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upminster Junior School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3BS | - not rated | 1,680 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 | 355 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Mead School Marlborough Gardens , RM14 1SF | 4out of 4 | 355 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coopers' Company and Coborn School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3HS | - not rated | 1,292 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 | 1,292 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emerson Park School Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | - not rated | 1,647 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 | 2,519 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havering College of Further and Higher Education Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2LL | - not rated | 3,683 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 | 1,344 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Routes4Life Limited The Walk , RM11 3TL | - not rated | 2,439 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Havering Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | 3out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birnam Wood Pupil Referral Unit Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | - not rated | 2,987 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tuition Centre 235 High Street , RM11 3XX | - not rated | 2,994 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Skewer | 127 Avon Road, Upminster | 355 yd | |
| Scrums | 135 Avon Road, Upminster | 355 yd | |
| Cranham Tandoori | 131 Avon Road, Upminster | 355 yd | |
| Cranham Baptist Church | Severn Drive, Upminster | 381 yd | |
| Cafe 4 You | 99 Front Lane, Upminster | 454 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Crane PH | 117 Avon Road, Upminster | 355 yd | |
| The Plough | 83 Front Lane, Upminster | 604 yd | |
| Upminster Masonic Hall Co Ltd | Deyncourt Gardens, Upminster | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking Express | 133 Avon Road, Upminster | 355 yd | |
| Sea Fish | 151 Avon Road, Upminster | 355 yd | |
| Brooklyn's Eat Out | Moor Lane, Upminster | 591 yd | |
| Sea World | Moor Lane, Upminster | 591 yd | |
| Prosperity | 71 Front Lane, Upminster | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 77-81 Front Lane, Upminster | 604 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hall Mead School MARLBOROUGH GARDENS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 342 yd |
| Upminster Hall Playing Fields HOLDEN WAY | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Upminster Hall Sports Association Hall Lane Playing Fields Hall Lane Playing Fields Hall Lane | 376 yd | |
| Engayne Primary School SEVERN DRIVE | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Upminster Golf Club HALL LANE | golf | 493 yd |
| Grosvenor Lawn Tennis Club Grosvenor Gardens | tennis courts | 853 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 | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 127 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.