Gridiron Place is in Upminster and in Havering district. RM14 2BE is located in the Upminster 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 Gridiron Place, Upminster, RM14 2BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM14 2QJ, RM14 2QB, RM14 2AU, RM14 2SH, RM14 2FA, RM14 2QL, RM14 2SY, RM14 2AJ, RM14 2SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM14 2BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 33.9% | 30.5% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 46.2% | 5.6% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10% | 9.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 11% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.1% | 51% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 33% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 12% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.3% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 22.7% | 17.9% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 9.3% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 15.5% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 35.9% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 5.2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96% | 88.8% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 7.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 95.3% | 89.7% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 89.7% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0.9% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.3% | 37.2% | -12.9% |
| Christian | 71.4% | 46.2% | 25.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gridiron Place was 122.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 200.3% higher than the Cranham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gridiron Place has the 8th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Cranham and the 127th highest crime rate of 744 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Gridiron Place, Upminster, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-02-17 | £407,186 |
| 27 Gridiron Place, Upminster, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-08-19 | £353,629 |
| 13 Gridiron Place, Upminster, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-06-25 | £397,756 |
| 1 Gridiron Place, Upminster, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £120,500 | 2019-04-05 | £139,038 |
| 1 Gridiron Place, Upminster, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2017-11-14 | £391,459 |
RM14 2BE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RM14 2BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School 115 St Mary's Lane , RM14 2QB | 3out of 4 | 269 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upminster Infant School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3BS | 4out of 4 | 403 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upminster Junior School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3BS | 3out of 4 | 403 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branfil Primary School Cedar Avenue , RM14 2LW | 3out of 4 | 848 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hacton Primary School Chepstow Avenue , RM12 6AU | 4out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School St Mary's Lane , RM14 2QR | 4out of 4 | 149 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Coopers' Company and Coborn School St Mary's Lane , RM14 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gaynes School Brackendale Gardens , RM14 3UX | 1out of 4 | 1,305 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Mead School Marlborough Gardens , RM14 1SF | 4out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emerson Park Academy Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | 3out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 5,353 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Ap Academy - Havering Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | 2out of 4 | 1,590 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corbets Tey School Harwood Hall Lane , RM14 2YQ | 3out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfields Montessori School Harwood Hall , Harwood Hall Lane RM14 2YG | - not rated | 1,810 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Brentwood Road , Romford RM1 2PS | - not rated | 4,063 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Routes4Life Limited First Floor , 100 Avelon Road RM13 7DH | - not rated | 4,319 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Windmill Hall Community Association | St Mary's Lane, Upminster | 170 yd | |
| St Josephs Catholic Club | 117 St Mary's Lane, Upminster | 178 yd | |
| Catholic Womens League Charity | 117 St Mary's Lane, Upminster | 178 yd | |
| Hi Tide | 29 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster | 183 yd | |
| Upminster Cafe | 13 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster | 183 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumpled Horn | 33-37 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster | 222 yd | |
| BrewDog Upminster | 18 Station Road, Upminster | 280 yd | |
| The Junction | 70 Station Road, Upminster | 454 yd | |
| The Windmill | 167 Upminster Road, Hornchurch | 730 yd | |
| Upminster Masonic Hall Co Ltd | Deyncourt Gardens, Upminster | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's | 63 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster | 222 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza Upminster | 71 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster | 222 yd | |
| Fusion Grill/The Indian Box | 73 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster | 222 yd | |
| S&S Charcoal Grill | 77 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster | 222 yd | |
| Ace Creams & Tapas | 3-5 Station Road, Upminster | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 119-129 St Mary's Lane, Upminster | 178 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 51-53 Station Road, Upminster | 407 yd | |
| Waitrose | 218 St Mary's Lane, Upminster | 412 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upminster Park BROOKDALE CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 202 yd |
| Upminster Junior School ST. MARYS LANE | grass pitches | 257 yd |
| Sacred Heart Of Mary Girls School ST. MARYS LANE | health and fitness suite | 289 yd |
| Shapes Studio Gymnasium (Closed) St. Marys Lane | health and fitness suite | 399 yd |
| Hornchurch Stadium HORNCHURCH STADIUM HORNCHURCH STADIUM BRIDGE AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 655 yd |
| Cranston Park Lawn Tennis & Social Club CONISTON AVENUE | tennis courts | 925 yd |
| Coopers Company & Coborn School COOPERS AND COBORN SCHOOL COOPERS AND COBORN SCHOOL ST MARYS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,009 yd |
| Grosvenor Lawn Tennis Club Grosvenor Gardens | tennis courts | 1,042 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 46 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.48 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.