Shakespeare Avenue is in Tilbury and in Thurrock district. RM18 8AP is located in the Tilbury St Chads electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shakespeare Avenue, Tilbury, RM18 8AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM18 8JL, RM18 8JP, RM18 8JJ, RM18 8AJ, RM18 8AR, RM18 8ER, RM18 8AT, RM18 8AL, RM18 8AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM18 8AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 48.3% | 55.6% | 7.3% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 51.7% | 44.4% | -7.3% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 29.7% | 42% | 12.3% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 43% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.7% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 4.5% | -2.1% | 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 | 43.4% | 52.4% | 9.0% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 27.9% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12.5% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 5.3% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 RM18 8AP this area, 29.4% 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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.8% | 29.4% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 14.3% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 14% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 22.4% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 7.7% | 14.7% | 7.0% | 2.5% | 12.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 85.6% | 77% | -8.6% | 81.4% | -4.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 80.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 80.3% | -11.1% | 83.2% | -2.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 8% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 6.1% | 8% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 79.6% | -11.8% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.5% | 13.5% | 9.8% | 3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 1.6% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 3.7% | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shakespeare Avenue was 164.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.0% higher than the Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shakespeare Avenue has the 15th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park and the 73rd highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 79.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Shakespeare Avenue, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-09-15 | £326,986 |
| 25 Shakespeare Avenue, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £346,000 | 2022-07-18 | £353,149 |
| 20 Shakespeare Avenue, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-01-25 | £345,052 |
| 8 Shakespeare Avenue, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2019-09-12 | £287,351 |
| 3 Shakespeare Avenue, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-09-03 | £366,832 |
RM18 8AP 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.
The percentage of student residents living in RM18 8AP area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,026 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilbury Pioneer Academy Dickens Avenue , RM18 8HJ | 3out of 4 | 429 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tilbury Manor Junior School Dickens Avenue , RM18 8HJ | - not rated | 574 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary Dickens Avenue , RM18 8HJ | - not rated | 574 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Calcutta Road , RM18 7QH | - not rated | 971 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School St. Mary's Catholic Primary School , Calcutta Road RM18 7QH | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Chad's School St Chad's Road , RM18 8LH | - not rated | 614 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | - not rated | 3,385 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | - not rated | 3,385 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | - not rated | 3,402 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer's College Chadwell Road , RM17 5TD | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurrock and Basildon College Woodview Campus , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 2,879 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurrock College Woodview , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 2,879 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National Sea Training College Denton , DA12 2HR | - not rated | 3,605 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint George's Church of England School Meadow Road , DA11 7LS | 3out of 4 | 4,345 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilbury Pupil Referral Unit Tilbury Pss Base , Jack Lobley Centre RM18 7AX | - not rated | 934 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 944 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 2,652 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford and Gravesham Joynes House , New Road DA11 0AT | - not rated | 2,665 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 2,898 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Desserts | 16 Commonwealth House, Montreal Road | 654 yd | |
| Munchies | 161 St Chads Road, Tilbury | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilbury Football Club | St Chads Road, Tilbury | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Chicken & Pizza | 10 Civic Square, Tilbury | 445 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken And Ribs | 12 Calcutta Road, Tilbury | 641 yd | |
| Montreal Kebab | 15 Commonwealth House, Montreal Road | 676 yd | |
| Tilbury Fish Bar | 53 Calcutta Road, Tilbury | 759 yd | |
| Osheam Kitchen | 169 St Chads Road, Tilbury | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 14 - 16 Calcutta Road | 640 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Calcutta Road | 641 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Daisyfield Tilbury GAINSBOROUGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Tilbury Community Association CIVIC SQUARE | indoor bowls, squash courts | 589 yd |
| S6 Health & Fitness 2A 2A CALCUTTA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 611 yd |
| Tilbury Leisure Centre (Closed) Anchorfields Anchorfields Civic Square | health and fitness suite | 626 yd |
| St. Chads School (Closed) St. Chads Road | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Chadsfield SPINDLES | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| Uk Fitness Club DOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,053 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 | 69.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.