Gavenny Path is in South Ockendon and in Thurrock district. RM15 5HR is located in the Belhus electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gavenny Path, South Ockendon, RM15 5HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM15 5HW, RM15 5HN, RM15 5JG, RM15 5JQ, RM15 5HX, RM15 5LT, RM15 5HS, RM15 5JT, RM15 5HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM15 5HR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 53.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 47.2% | 46.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 | 32.6% | 40.2% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 47% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 5.7% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4.6% | -1.8% | 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 | 46.6% | 50.1% | 3.5% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 32.7% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 12.5% | -5.7% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.7% | 22.1% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 13.6% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 18.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 17.9% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 19.6% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 12.8% | 10.5% | 2.5% | 10.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.2% | 77.6% | -18.6% | 81.4% | -3.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 84.2% 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 | 96.5% | 84.2% | -12.3% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 5.2% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 84.4% | -11.8% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.6% | 9.3% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Germany | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 4.7% | 0.3% | 4.4% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gavenny Path was 20.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.2% lower than the Belhus average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gavenny Path has the 8th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Belhus and the 59th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Gavenny Path, South Ockendon, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-12-12 | £340,000 |
| 4 Gavenny Path, South Ockendon, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2019-08-02 | £339,625 |
| 2 Gavenny Path, South Ockendon, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2017-07-17 | £391,029 |
| 2 Gavenny Path, South Ockendon, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £189,995 | 2014-04-29 | £357,552 |
| 4 Gavenny Path, South Ockendon, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2007-07-05 | £307,567 |
RM15 5HR 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 52 |
| Transport and storage | 23 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dilkes Primary School Garron Lane , RM15 5JQ | - not rated | 125 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dilkes Academy Garron Lane , RM15 5JQ | 4out of 4 | 125 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somers Heath Primary School Foyle Drive , RM15 5LX | 3out of 4 | 511 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somers Heath Primary School Foyle Drive , RM15 5LX | - not rated | 511 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Daiglen Drive , RM15 5RP | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Cedd's RC School Fulbrook Lane , RM15 5JY | - not rated | 475 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Harris Academy Ockendon Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 761 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ockendon School Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | - not rated | 761 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ockendon Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | - not rated | 761 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belhus Chase Specialist Humanities College Nethan Drive , Aveley RM15 4RU | - not rated | 1,505 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National College for the Creative and Cultural Industries The Backstage Centre , High House Production Park RM19 1RJ | - not rated | 3,674 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Rainham Sixth Form 217 Wennington Road , RM13 9XA | - not rated | 5,416 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knightsmead School Fortin Close , RM15 5NH | - not rated | 519 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 565 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Errif Drive , South Ockendon RM15 5AY | - not rated | 565 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodacre School Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | - not rated | 618 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dacre School Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | - not rated | 618 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bilash | The Sizzling, 10 Derry Avenue | 614 yd | |
| The Sizzling | Bilash Restaurant, 10 Derry Avenue | 635 yd | |
| Kings Flavour | 27 Derwent Parade, South Ockendon | 701 yd | |
| J & J's Cafe | J & J's Sandwich Bar Cafe, 131 Daiglen Drive | 744 yd | |
| Capability Brown Cafe | Capability Brown Public House, Belhus Park Golf Club | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Archer | Garron Lane, South Ockendon | 297 yd | |
| British Legion | Royal British Legion Hall, Faymore Gardens | 584 yd | |
| Capability Brown Public House | Belhus Park Golf Club, Belhus Park Lane | 788 yd | |
| Woodlands Edge | Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Man | 85 Garron Lane, South Ockendon | 103 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 69 Garron Lane, South Ockendon | 103 yd | |
| Ockendon Chef | Memzzy Kebab Ltd, 22B Derwent Parade | 695 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Derwent Parade, South Ockendon | 701 yd | |
| Greggs Bakeries | Greggs, 9 Derwent Parade | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit 1, Derry Court | 568 yd | |
| Lidl | 149 - 153 Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dilkes Academy GARRON LANE | grass pitches | 120 yd |
| Somers Heath Primary School FOYLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive | 563 yd | |
| Thames Rfc FYFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| The Ockendon Academy ERRIFF DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 760 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Belhus Park Golf & Country Club) BELHUS PARK LANE | golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 777 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 | 77.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 208.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.