Fir Tree Close is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM17 6TY is located in the Little Thurrock Rectory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fir Tree Close, Grays, RM17 6TY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM17 6EZ, RM17 6TS, RM17 6TN, RM17 6TW, RM17 6TT, RM17 6HP, RM17 6TP, RM17 6UB, RM17 6EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RM17 6TY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents 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 | 50.7% | 48.9% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.1% | 1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.2% | 40.2% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 39.1% | -10.9% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 6.9% | -4.7% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 8% | 2.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.4% | 47.1% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 37.8% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.4% | 21.4% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 13.8% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.1% | 13.8% | -10.3% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 15.9% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 27.2% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.9% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 8.8% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 6.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.8% | 80.3% | -13.5% | 81.4% | -1.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 74.8% 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 | 94.9% | 74.8% | -20.1% | 83.2% | -8.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 13.6% | 10.7% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 3.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 5.5% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 74.4% | -19.8% | 83.2% | -8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.1% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 3.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| Ireland | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 3.9% | 0.3% | 3.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fir Tree Close was 144.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% higher than the Grays Thurrock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fir Tree Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Grays Thurrock and the 87th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Fir Tree Close, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2024-02-22 | £503,151 |
| 4 Fir Tree Close, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2015-12-04 | £669,380 |
| 1 Fir Tree Close, Grays, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2014-06-20 | £411,017 |
| 1 Fir Tree Close, Grays, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2012-08-24 | £399,873 |
| 3 Fir Tree Close, Grays, Thurrock Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2011-11-07 | £536,707 |
RM17 6TY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
RM17 6TY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfleet Nursery School 140 London Road , Northfleet DA11 9JS | 4out of 4 | 4,019 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 | - not rated | 540 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thameside Junior School Manor Road , RM17 6EF | - not rated | 540 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thameside Infant School Manor Road , RM17 6EF | - not rated | 556 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarry Hill Academy Bradleigh Avenue , RM17 5UT | 4out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarry Hill Junior School Bradleigh Avenue , RM17 5UT | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,366 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Park Secondary School Chadwell Road , RM17 5FP | 3out of 4 | 1,616 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's School St Chad's Road , RM18 8LH | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathaway Academy Hathaway Road , RM17 5LL | 3out of 4 | 2,047 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer's College Chadwell Road , RM17 5TD | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurrock and Basildon College Woodview Campus , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 1,435 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurrock College Woodview , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 1,435 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Light Christian School Suite 1, Queensgate Centre , Orsett Road RM17 5DF | - not rated | 1,525 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 1,590 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tilbury Pupil Referral Unit Tilbury Pss Base , Jack Lobley Centre RM18 7AX | - not rated | 1,600 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Treetops Approach Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 2,146 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 2,146 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopsys | 44 Rectory Road, Grays | 353 yd | |
| Propersnack | Don Ps, 44 Broadway | 464 yd | |
| Chai Bhai | 11 Broadway, Grays | 536 yd | |
| McDonalds | McDonald's, Thurrock Park Way | 589 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Superstore, Thurrock Park Way | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrells Hall Social Club | Tyrrells Hall Club, 67 Dock Road | 192 yd | |
| The Bull Public House | The Bull, Dock Road | 193 yd | |
| The Ship | Dock Road, Grays | 247 yd | |
| The Traitors Gate | Traitors Gate, 40 - 42 Broadway | 536 yd | |
| St Thomas Catholic Club | St Thomas Of Canterbury Church, East Thurrock Road | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo Grills Takeaway | 28 Broadway, Grays | 529 yd | |
| Yummy Patisserie | 17 Broadway, Grays | 536 yd | |
| Pizza GoGo | 13 Broadway, Grays | 536 yd | |
| Captain Korma | 5 Broadway, Grays | 536 yd | |
| Stallions 2 | Stallions, 38 Broadway | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | Asda Superstore, Thurrock Park Way | 637 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grays Athletic Football Club (Closed) Bridge Road | grass pitches | 1,082 yd |
| Storm Fit (Grays) CHADWELL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,087 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 | 50.0% |
| 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.