The Barn is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM17 5ND is located in the Grays Thurrock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Barn, Grays, RM17 5ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM17 5LE, RM17 5FL, RM17 5RE, RM17 5RP, RM17 5LD, RM17 5LG, RM17 5LQ, RM17 5LS, RM17 5RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM17 5ND, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 52% | 53.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 48% | 46.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 RM17 5ND there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% 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 | 26% | 33.8% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 52.5% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.7% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 4.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 47.1% | 55% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 30% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 11.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 19.8% | 20.9% | 1.1% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 12.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 11.8% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 16.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 30.4% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 5.5% | 4.2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.8% 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 | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 4% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Black African | 8.2% | 11.9% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 9.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 77.2% | 67.8% | -9.4% | 81.4% | -13.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 71.4% 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 | 82.4% | 71.4% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 13.8% | 9.5% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 5.8% | 5.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.5% | 71.1% | -10.4% | 83.2% | -12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 16.5% | 14.1% | 9.8% | 6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 7.7% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.8% | 3.8% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 0.9% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 4.2% | 0.3% | 3.9% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 4.8% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.5% | 37.2% | -9.7% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 7.1% | 6.5% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Barn was 80.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.0% lower than the Grays Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Barn has the 20th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Grays Riverside and the 183rd highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Barn, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-07-07 | £331,364 |
| 1 The Barn, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2017-11-03 | £351,489 |
| 3 The Barn, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2015-07-09 | £355,421 |
| 8 The Barn, Grays, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2012-08-02 | £335,489 |
| 2 The Barn, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2012-03-07 | £352,375 |
RM17 5ND area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 168 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 313 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarry Hill Academy Bradleigh Avenue , RM17 5UT | 4out of 4 | 694 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Court Primary School Bark Burr Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6PL | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Thurrock Primary School Rectory Road , RM17 5SW | 1out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Castle Academy Parker Road , RM17 5YN | 3out of 4 | 1,356 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 | 430 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 578 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thames Park Secondary School TLC Building, High Street , RM17 6TF | - not rated | 1,474 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orsett Heath Academy Long Lane , RM16 2QH | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Edwards School Stifford Clays Road , Stifford Clays RM16 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 2,168 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,369 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops Free School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 2,573 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 3,530 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 4,738 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy House Retaurant | Happy House, 53A Southend Road | 739 yd | |
| Memel | Memel Ltd, 4 Cromwell Road | 769 yd | |
| Macchiatos | 21 Southend Road, Grays | 777 yd | |
| La Luscious Bakery | La-Luscious, 31 Southend Road | 780 yd | |
| Desi Indian Dining Club | Desi, 59 Orsett Road | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAFA Club | Royal Air Forces Association, 61 Southend Road | 731 yd | |
| The Oak At Sockets Heath | The Oak, Lodge Lane | 1,014 yd | |
| Courtyard Inn | The Courtyard Inn, 7 Clarence Road | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oh My Cod | The Modern House, Hathaway Road | 122 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken And Ribs | The Clockhouse, Hathaway Road | 130 yd | |
| Gopiz | 8 Cromwell Road, Grays | 767 yd | |
| Essex Grill 2. | Essex Grill 2, 29 Southend Road | 777 yd | |
| Chillos Peri Peri | 15 Southend Road, Grays | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 30 - 34 Southend Road | 741 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons, London Road | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Treetops School (Closed) Dell Road | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| The Hathaway Academy HATHAWAY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 438 yd |
| Grays Convent High School COLLEGE AVENUE | grass pitches | 452 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 | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.