Harding Road is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM16 4XD is located in the Chadwell St Mary electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harding Road, Grays, RM16 4XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM16 4XA, RM16 4XL, RM16 4UX, RM16 4UU, RM16 4XH, RM16 4XJ, RM16 3AA, RM16 4UY, RM16 3AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM16 4XD is primarily male, with 54.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.6% | 45.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -5.5% |
| Male | 53.4% | 54.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 5.5% |
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 | 32.4% | 34% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 42.9% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 11.3% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 39.3% | 37.6% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 41.4% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 15.9% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 RM16 4XD this area, 35.7% 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 11.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 35.7% | 0.8% | 18.2% | 17.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 13.7% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 16.1% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 11.2% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -22.6% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.2% | -3.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 91.4% | 93.4% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 95.7% | 93.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 94.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harding Road was 57.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.5% lower than the Chadwell St Mary average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harding Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Chadwell St Mary and the 249th highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Harding Road, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-09-13 | £337,430 |
| 57 Harding Road, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-04-30 | £294,076 |
| 21 Harding Road, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-02-22 | £300,832 |
| 44 Harding Road, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-11-01 | £366,408 |
| 9 Harding Road, Grays, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-08-23 | £321,711 |
RM16 4XD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4XD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Academy Grangewood Avenue , Little Thurrock RM16 2GJ | 3out of 4 | 614 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herringham Primary Academy St Mary's Road , Chadwell St Mary RM16 4JX | 2out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadwell St Mary Primary School River View , Chadwell St Mary RM16 4DH | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Thurrock Primary School Rectory Road , RM17 5SW | 1out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deneholm Primary School Culford Road , Little Thurrock RM16 2SS | 3out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orsett Heath Academy Long Lane , RM16 2QH | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathaway Academy Hathaway Road , RM17 5LL | 3out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 2,559 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| William Edwards School Stifford Clays Road , Stifford Clays RM16 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 2,685 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 2,891 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treetops Free School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 442 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 529 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 2,872 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treetops Garden Cafe | Buxton Road, Grays | 670 yd | |
| The Chadwell Arms | Longhouse Road, Chadwell St Mary | 811 yd | |
| Akash Tandoori Restaurant | 9 Brentwood Road, Chadwell St Mary | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox And Hounds | The Fox, Heath Road | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Neptune | 2 Defoe Parade, Chadwell St Mary | 703 yd | |
| K K Fishbar | 3 Brentwood Road, Chadwell St Mary | 974 yd | |
| Hing Long Chinese Takeaway | Hing Long, 113 River View | 990 yd | |
| Essex Grill | 115 River View, Chadwell St Mary | 990 yd | |
| Essex Fish Bar | 49 River View, Chadwell St Mary | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Chadwell Service Station | 974 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orsett Heath HARDING ROAD | grass pitches | 143 yd |
| Chadwell Rec ORSETT HEATH CRESCENT | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| The Gateway Community College (Closed) Buxton Road | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Woodside Academy Grangewood Avenue | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Treetops School BUXTON ROAD | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| South Essex College (Woodview Campus) (Closed) WoodView Campus | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 854 yd |
| Herringham Primary Academy ST. MARYS ROAD | grass pitches | 917 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.