Goldsmiths is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM17 6PJ is located in the Grays Riverside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Goldsmiths, Grays, RM17 6PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM17 6PH, RM17 5WX, RM17 6GT, RM17 5YD, RM17 6SZ, RM17 5YX, RM17 6NZ, RM17 5BF, RM17 6ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM17 6PJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 51.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.1% | 48.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around RM17 6PJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.9% | 46.7% | 13.8% | 37.9% | 8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 37.4% | -13.3% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) 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 | 57.5% | 52.7% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 36.9% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 8.3% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 15.3% | 17.3% | 2.0% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 9.1% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 13.2% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 35.4% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 12.1% | 3.8% | -8.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.6% 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 | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 13.7% | 17% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 14.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
| Other Black | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 76.5% | 61.6% | -14.9% | 81.4% | -19.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.7% | 5.1% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
In this area, 64.6% 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 | 68.6% | 64.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -18.6% |
| European Union | 13.5% | 18% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 11.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 11.3% | 10.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 7.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.2% | 64.3% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -18.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 19.9% | 16.4% | 9.8% | 10.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.9% | 9.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.3% | 4.1% | -7.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 1.9% | -6.2% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.2% | 76.7% | -13.5% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 4.9% | 0.3% | 4.6% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 6.3% | 0.9% | 5.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 7.3% | 6.5% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Goldsmiths was 32.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.0% lower than the Grays Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Goldsmiths has the 11th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Grays Riverside and the 117th lowest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Goldsmiths, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-09-20 | £271,959 |
| 4 Goldsmiths, Grays, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2018-07-13 | £478,699 |
| 8 Goldsmiths, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2015-05-15 | £315,460 |
| 6 Goldsmiths, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2012-08-23 | £335,172 |
| 4 Goldsmiths, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2011-07-25 | £394,109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 162 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 49 |
| Transport and storage | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,950 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Castle Academy Parker Road , RM17 5YN | 3out of 4 | 482 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Mayflower Mayflower Road , RM16 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarry Hill Academy Bradleigh Avenue , RM17 5UT | 4out of 4 | 1,593 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred Mayflower Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,610 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Ward Avenue , RM17 5RW | 3out of 4 | 1,814 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thames Park Secondary School TLC Building, High Street , RM17 6TF | - not rated | 841 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chafford Hundred Mayflower Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,610 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Hathaway Academy Hathaway Road , RM17 5LL | 3out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orsett Heath Academy Long Lane , RM16 2QH | - not rated | 3,630 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 | 3,776 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 3,789 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops Free School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 4,004 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 5,067 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokie J's Cafe | STREET RECORD, Askews Farm Lane | 448 yd | |
| Coffee Station | Grays Railway Station, Station Approach | 666 yd | |
| Izgara Meze Restaurant | 7 - 9 George Street, Grays | 717 yd | |
| Chicken Station | 59 High Street, Grays | 727 yd | |
| KFC | 6 - 8 High Street, Grays | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rozee Bar Group - The Wharf | The Wharf, Wharf Road South | 127 yd | |
| Banjo's Bar | Banjo's, 54 - 60 Maidstone Road | 498 yd | |
| The Theobald Arms | Kings Walk, Grays | 713 yd | |
| The White Hart | Kings Walk, Grays | 713 yd | |
| Courtyard Inn | The Courtyard Inn, 7 Clarence Road | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man Must Wack | 146 London Road, Grays | 151 yd | |
| Lezet | 206 London Road, Grays | 222 yd | |
| Grays King Kebab | The London Knowledge School, Unit 5 | 504 yd | |
| Gurkha Cookhouse | 3 Station Approach, Grays | 666 yd | |
| The Sizzler Box | Hairways, 2A Station Approach | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Gmbh And Co | Aldi, Unit A | 290 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons, London Road | 623 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 Grays Shopping Centre, High Street | 843 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont Castle Academy PARKER ROAD | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Changes Gym (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 669 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 | 60.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 73 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.