Fen Lane is in Bulphan, Upminster and in Thurrock district. RM14 3RL is located in the Orsett electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Basildon and East Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fen Lane, Bulphan, Upminster, RM14 3RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RM14 3RL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents 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 | 49.1% | 48.5% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 51.5% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 3RL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 22.9% | 30.1% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 54.3% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12% | 8.7% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 40% | 53.8% | 13.8% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 31.1% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 11.4% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.2% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 27.5% | 25.5% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 12.8% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.8% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 13.3% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 23.2% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.5% | 95.4% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 95.6% | 89.9% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 89.9% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.9% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fen Lane was 148.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.3% higher than the Orsett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fen Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Orsett and the 73rd highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.7%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Hall Fen Lane, Upminster, Thurrock Other, an established residential building | £2,250,000 | 2025-03-27 | £2,184,579 |
| Brandon Hall Fen Lane, Upminster, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £1,975,000 | 2021-07-13 | £2,209,790 |
| The Lodge Fen Lane, Upminster, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £885,000 | 2018-06-15 | £1,056,716 |
| Brandon Hall Fen Lane, Upminster, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2013-03-18 | £2,748,466 |
| Hatch Farm Fen Lane, Upminster, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2004-01-09 | £1,049,658 |
RM14 3RL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
RM14 3RL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 147 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulphan Church of England Academy Fen Lane , RM14 3RL | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Horndon Primary School Thorndon Avenue , West Horndon CM13 3TR | 3out of 4 | 2,954 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Berry Primary School Great Berry Primary School, Forest Glade , Langdon Hills SS16 6SG | 4out of 4 | 4,869 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benyon Primary School Tyssen Place , RM15 6PG | 3out of 4 | 4,999 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orsett Church of England Primary School School Lane , Orsett RM16 3JR | 3out of 4 | 5,024 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands School Warley Street , Great Warley CM13 3LA | - not rated | 5,119 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 44.4% |
| 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 | 55.6% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.