Lodge Lane is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM16 2UL is located in the Stifford Clays electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lodge Lane, Grays, RM16 2UL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM17 5PS, RM17 5RH, RM17 5PT, RM16 2UD, RM16 2TB, RM16 2XR, RM16 2YD, RM16 2RB, RM17 5RQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM16 2UL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.9% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.1% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 RM16 2UL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 27.8% | 28.2% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 56.8% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 9.4% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.6% | 46.3% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 39.2% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 11.2% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 17.3% | 15.7% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 8% | -12.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 20.9% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 4.5% | -3.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 19.5% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 28.2% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 89.6% | 88.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 7.0% |
| Other | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 94.7% | 91.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 91.4% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 1.8% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 49.9% | 46.2% | 3.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lodge Lane was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Grays Thurrock average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Lodge Lane has the 10th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Grays Thurrock and the 90th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 122 Lodge Lane, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2021-06-24 | £663,149 |
| 120 Lodge Lane, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2018-07-05 | £460,869 |
| 104 Lodge Lane, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2015-09-25 | £599,081 |
| 104 Lodge Lane, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2014-09-26 | £598,245 |
| 106 Lodge Lane, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2014-08-20 | £1,068,852 |
RM16 2UL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 2UL 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Ward Avenue , RM17 5RW | 3out of 4 | 445 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Ward Avenue , RM17 5RW | - not rated | 445 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deneholm Primary School Culford Road , Little Thurrock RM16 2SS | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deneholm Primary School Culford Road , Little Thurrock RM16 2SS | - not rated | 794 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Thurrock Primary School Rectory Road , RM17 5SW | - not rated | 820 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hathaway Academy Hathaway Road , RM17 5LL | 3out of 4 | 226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grays School Media Arts College Hathaway Road , RM17 5LL | - not rated | 226 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Orsett Heath Academy Stanford Road , RM16 4DG | 3out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Edwards School Stifford Clays Road , Stifford Clays RM16 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurrock and Basildon College Woodview Campus , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 1,899 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurrock College Woodview , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 1,899 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Palmer's College Chadwell Road , RM17 5TD | - not rated | 1,935 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Light Christian School Suite 1, Queensgate Centre , Orsett Road RM17 5DF | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Treetops Approach Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 1,834 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 1,834 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops Free School Treetops Approach Road , RM16 2WU | 3out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 3,533 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caramela Desserts | Stag & Fawn Homeware, 77 Lodge Lane | 561 yd | |
| Hannah's Bakery | Hannah's Bakeries, 61 Lodge Lane | 613 yd | |
| Bombay | Bombay Tandoori, 55 Lodge Lane | 630 yd | |
| Cafe Lodge | 75 Lodge Lane, Grays | 630 yd | |
| Happy House Retaurant | Happy House, 53A Southend Road | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak At Sockets Heath | The Oak, Lodge Lane | 630 yd | |
| RAFA Club | Royal Air Forces Association, 61 Southend Road | 699 yd | |
| The Treacle Mine | Treacle Mine, Lodge Lane | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen's Garden | 73 Lodge Lane, Grays | 573 yd | |
| Oh My Cod | The Modern House, Hathaway Road | 625 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 53 Lodge Lane, Grays | 630 yd | |
| Grays Xpress | 69 Lodge Lane, Grays | 630 yd | |
| Munchkings Fish And Chips | Munchkings, 43 Lodge Lane | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 30 - 34 Southend Road | 751 yd | |
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 65 - 67 Lodge Lane | 769 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 6 - 8 Crammavill Street | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Hathaway Academy HATHAWAY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 224 yd |
| Thurrock Lawn Tennis Club MONTGOMERY CLOSE | tennis courts | 658 yd |
| Treetops School (Closed) Dell Road | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Deneholm Primary School CULFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Grays Convent High School COLLEGE AVENUE | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Blackshots) BLACKSHOTS LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 925 yd |
| King George'S Field (Blackshott) BLACKSHOTS LANE | grass pitches | 1,074 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 212 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.