Broxburn Drive is in South Ockendon and in Thurrock district. RM15 5QL 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 Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon, RM15 5QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM15 5PE, RM15 5PF, RM15 5QP, RM15 5PA, RM15 5LD, RM15 5PG, RM15 5QJ, RM15 5DD, RM15 6EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM15 5QL 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 | 45.2% | 51.3% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 54.8% | 48.7% | -6.1% | 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.
In the immediate area around RM15 5QL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.8% | 51.4% | 9.6% | 37.9% | 13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.6% | 28.1% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -16.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 7.1% | 3.3% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 11.9% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 4.3% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 30.9% | 45.5% | 14.6% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 33% | 32% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 18.2% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 3.3% | -7.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 RM15 5QL this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50% | 30.8% | -19.2% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.6% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 14.9% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.1% | 16.3% | 10.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 21.6% | 12.9% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.4% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 5.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 13% | 10.4% | 2.5% | 10.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 85.7% | 69.6% | -16.1% | 81.4% | -11.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 74.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 74.9% | -13.4% | 83.2% | -8.3% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 10.5% | 8.3% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 6.2% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 74.6% | -12.8% | 83.2% | -8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 15.2% | 15.2% | 9.8% | 5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 7.2% | 6.8% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 10% | 0.4% | -9.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 4.3% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 3.6% | 0.5% | 3.1% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broxburn Drive was 54.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% lower than the Belhus average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Broxburn Drive has the 29th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Belhus and the 230th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -93.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon, Thurrock Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-03-21 | £199,234 |
| 24 Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon, Thurrock Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-12-14 | £207,114 |
| 24 Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon, Thurrock Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-02-21 | £194,583 |
| 16 Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon, Thurrock Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-06-18 | £180,017 |
| 58 Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2019-12-09 | £367,413 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaw County Infant School Avon Green , RM15 5QJ | - not rated | 145 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw County Junior School Avon Green , RM15 5QJ | - not rated | 145 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw Primary School Avon Green , RM15 5QJ | - not rated | 145 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw Primary Academy Avon Green , RM15 5QJ | - not rated | 145 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bonnygate Primary School Arisdale Avenue , RM15 5BA | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Ockendon Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ockendon School Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ockendon Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cedd's RC School Fulbrook Lane , RM15 5JY | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Belhus Chase Specialist Humanities College Nethan Drive , Aveley RM15 4RU | - not rated | 2,626 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 | 4,343 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurrock Pupil Referral Unit The Culver Centre , Daiglen Drive RM15 5RR | - not rated | 389 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 960 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill School Errif Drive , South Ockendon RM15 5AY | - not rated | 960 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knightsmead School Fortin Close , RM15 5NH | - not rated | 988 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodacre School Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | - not rated | 1,026 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardyke Valley Golf Centre | Hill Farm, South Road | 400 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop | Cafe, Chestnut Farm | 437 yd | |
| J & J's Cafe | J & J's Sandwich Bar Cafe, 131 Daiglen Drive | 441 yd | |
| Kings Flavour | 27 Derwent Parade, South Ockendon | 493 yd | |
| The Bilash | The Sizzling, 10 Derry Avenue | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Legion | Royal British Legion Hall, Faymore Gardens | 673 yd | |
| Woodlands Edge | Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Food Place | 4 South Parade, South Road | 430 yd | |
| Fish N Chicken | 135 Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon | 443 yd | |
| China Town | 103 Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon | 443 yd | |
| Ockendon Chef | Memzzy Kebab Ltd, 22B Derwent Parade | 462 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Derwent Parade, South Ockendon | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 149 - 153 Daiglen Drive, South Ockendon | 510 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit 1, Derry Court | 593 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mardyke Valley Golf Club Ltd SOUTH ROAD | golf | 853 yd |
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive | 959 yd | |
| Somers Heath Primary School FOYLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,018 yd |
| The Ockendon Academy ERRIFF DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,045 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.