East Street is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM17 6EN is located in the Grays Thurrock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about East Street, Grays, RM17 6EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM17 6JA, RM17 6EG, RM17 6EQ, RM17 6EW, RM17 6EF, RM17 6ET, RM17 6ES, RM17 6DD, RM17 6EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM17 6EN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.6% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 33.3% | 30.6% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 35.5% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 2.7% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 14% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 16.6% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 10.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.6% | 33.6% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 35% | 32.5% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 18.7% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 8.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 6.6% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 5.4% |
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 RM17 6EN this area, 33% 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 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.2% | 33% | 0.8% | 18.2% | 14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 12.7% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 17.7% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 12.6% | 5% | -7.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 1.1% | -2.8% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 9.9% | 7.9% | -2.0% | 2.5% | 5.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 81.7% | 78.5% | -3.2% | 81.4% | -2.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 70.8% 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 | 79.6% | 70.8% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -12.4% |
| European Union | 7.8% | 17.8% | 10.0% | 6.1% | 11.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 6% | 3% | -3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 4.9% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.4% | 71.3% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4.8% | 15.4% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 7.2% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.4% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.8% | 76.7% | -21.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 9.4% | 1.3% | 8.1% |
| Romania | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 8% | 6.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Street was 121.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.4% lower than the Grays Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Grays Riverside and the 95th highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Railway Cottages East Street, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-09-08 | £268,478 |
| 6 Railway Cottages East Street, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2021-06-27 | £244,691 |
| 2 Railway Cottages East Street, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2010-11-26 | £275,466 |
| 8 Railway Cottages East Street, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2004-10-22 | £299,736 |
| 4 Railway Cottages East Street, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2003-07-04 | £215,156 |
RM17 6EN 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.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Transport and storage | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfleet Nursery School 140 London Road , Northfleet DA11 9JS | 4out of 4 | 4,148 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thameside Primary School Manor Road , RM17 6EF | 3out of 4 | 192 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarry Hill Academy Bradleigh Avenue , RM17 5UT | 4out of 4 | 851 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Ward Avenue , RM17 5RW | 3out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Thurrock Primary School Rectory Road , RM17 5SW | 1out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Castle Academy Parker Road , RM17 5YN | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Thames Park Secondary School TLC Building, High Street , RM17 6TF | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathaway Academy Hathaway Road , RM17 5LL | 3out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 2,321 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orsett Heath Academy Long Lane , RM16 2QH | - not rated | 2,504 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 2,071 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops Free School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 2,616 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 4,778 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 4,996 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Propersnack | Don Ps, 44 Broadway | 93 yd | |
| Chai Bhai | 11 Broadway, Grays | 122 yd | |
| Brother's Cafe | Brothers Cafe, Unit 29B | 421 yd | |
| Chopsys | 44 Rectory Road, Grays | 449 yd | |
| McDonalds | McDonald's, Thurrock Park Way | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Traitors Gate | Traitors Gate, 40 - 42 Broadway | 122 yd | |
| The Ship | Dock Road, Grays | 225 yd | |
| Tyrells Hall Social Club | Tyrrells Hall Club, 67 Dock Road | 391 yd | |
| The Bull Public House | The Bull, Dock Road | 391 yd | |
| St Thomas Catholic Club | St Thomas Of Canterbury Church, East Thurrock Road | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo Grills Takeaway | 28 Broadway, Grays | 118 yd | |
| Yummy Patisserie | 17 Broadway, Grays | 122 yd | |
| Pizza GoGo | 13 Broadway, Grays | 122 yd | |
| Captain Korma | 5 Broadway, Grays | 122 yd | |
| Stallions 2 | Stallions, 38 Broadway | 122 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | Asda Superstore, Thurrock Park Way | 823 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 Grays Shopping Centre, High Street | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grays Athletic Football Club (Closed) Bridge Road | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Grays Convent High School COLLEGE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.