Dudley Close is in Chafford Hundred, Grays and in Thurrock district. RM16 1UE is located in the Chafford and North Stifford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dudley Close, Chafford Hundred, Grays, RM16 1UE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM16 5UE, RM16 5UB, RM16 5UF, RM16 5UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM16 1UE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% 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 | 50.1% | 55.9% | 5.8% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 49.9% | 44.1% | -5.8% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
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 | 26.8% | 26.8% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 47% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8.5% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 14.6% | 8.8% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
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 | 51.2% | 44.9% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 31.9% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 13.5% | 4.8% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 7.6% | 5.0% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 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 | 19.7% | 27.4% | 7.7% | 18.2% | 9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 11% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13.4% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 16.5% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 24.4% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 5.4% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 82.7% | 91.9% | 9.2% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 91.4% | 93.5% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 93% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.9% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dudley Close was 262.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 394.3% higher than the Chafford and North Stifford average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Dudley Close has the highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Chafford and North Stifford and the 25th highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 64.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Coppid Hall Dudley Close, Grays, Thurrock Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 1996-12-06 | £313,727 |
RM16 1UE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
RM16 1UE 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 RM16 1UE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 65 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 46 |
| Construction | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Transport and storage | 31 |
| Education | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Other | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Court Primary School Bark Burr Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6PL | 3out of 4 | 941 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stifford Clays Primary School Whitmore Avenue , Stifford Clays RM16 2ST | 3out of 4 | 1,485 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Primary School Gilbert Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6NB | - not rated | 1,675 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw Primary Academy Avon Green , RM15 5QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,930 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Daiglen Drive , RM15 5RP | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Edwards School Stifford Clays Road , Stifford Clays RM16 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,921 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathaway Academy Hathaway Road , RM17 5LL | 3out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chafford Hundred Mayflower Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6SA | 4out of 4 | 2,442 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 2,618 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Ockendon Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 1out of 4 | 2,864 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 3,653 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops Free School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 3,792 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester | Clockhouse Lane, North Stifford | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog And Partridge | High Road, North Stifford | 448 yd | |
| The Sandmartin | Drake Road, Chafford Hundred | 845 yd | |
| The Treacle Mine | Treacle Mine, Lodge Lane | 886 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Stifford Recreation Ground HIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Long Lane Recreation Ground GODDARD ROAD | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| Tudor Court Primary School BARK BURR ROAD | grass pitches | 928 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.