Connaught Avenue is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM16 2XX 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 Connaught Avenue, Grays, RM16 2XX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM16 2XP, RM16 2XQ, RM16 2XR, RM16 2XL, RM16 2RD, RM16 2XS, RM16 2RL, RM16 2UJ, RM16 2RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM16 2XX 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 2XX 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 Connaught Avenue was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.0% lower than the Grays Thurrock average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Connaught Avenue has the 11th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Grays Thurrock and the 106th lowest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Connaught Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £772,500 | 2024-07-31 | £779,047 |
| 38 Connaught Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2022-11-10 | £604,492 |
| 8 Connaught Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2021-05-12 | £857,251 |
| 62 Connaught Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-04-30 | £505,189 |
| 46A Connaught Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2021-03-02 | £680,000 |
RM16 2XX 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 2XX 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deneholm Primary School Culford Road , Little Thurrock RM16 2SS | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Ward Avenue , RM17 5RW | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stifford Clays Primary School Whitmore Avenue , Stifford Clays RM16 2ST | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Thurrock Primary School Rectory Road , RM17 5SW | 1out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Court Primary School Bark Burr Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6PL | 3out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 433 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| William Edwards School Stifford Clays Road , Stifford Clays RM16 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orsett Heath Academy Long Lane , RM16 2QH | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Park Secondary School TLC Building, High Street , RM17 6TF | - not rated | 2,289 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops Free School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 2,012 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 3,800 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 4,661 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | 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 | 580 yd | |
| Hannah's Bakery | Hannah's Bakeries, 61 Lodge Lane | 622 yd | |
| Bombay | Bombay Tandoori, 55 Lodge Lane | 637 yd | |
| Cafe Lodge | 75 Lodge Lane, Grays | 637 yd | |
| Blackshots Waters Edge Cafe | Waters Edge Cafe, Blackshots Leisure Centre | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak At Sockets Heath | The Oak, Lodge Lane | 637 yd | |
| RAFA Club | Royal Air Forces Association, 61 Southend Road | 879 yd | |
| The Treacle Mine | Treacle Mine, Lodge Lane | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen's Garden | 73 Lodge Lane, Grays | 589 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 53 Lodge Lane, Grays | 637 yd | |
| Grays Xpress | 69 Lodge Lane, Grays | 637 yd | |
| Munchkings Fish And Chips | Munchkings, 43 Lodge Lane | 637 yd | |
| Agra Tandori | Agra Tandoori, 49B Lodge Lane | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 65 - 67 Lodge Lane | 755 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 6 - 8 Crammavill Street | 772 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 30 - 34 Southend Road | 939 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thurrock Lawn Tennis Club MONTGOMERY CLOSE | tennis courts | 387 yd |
| The Hathaway Academy HATHAWAY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 453 yd |
| Deneholm Primary School CULFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 556 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Blackshots) BLACKSHOTS LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 802 yd |
| King George'S Field (Blackshott) BLACKSHOTS LANE | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Stifford Clays Primary School WHITMORE AVENUE | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Long Lane Recreation Ground GODDARD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,027 yd |
| Treetops School (Closed) Dell Road | grass pitches | 1,035 yd |
| Thurrock Athletics Stadium Blackshots Lane | athletics tracks | 1,072 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 | 72.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 202.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.