Bown Close is in Tilbury and in Thurrock district. RM18 8EH is located in the Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bown Close, Tilbury, RM18 8EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM18 8ED, RM18 8EJ, RM18 8DX, RM18 8EN, RM18 8EL, RM18 8DU, RM18 8EA, RM18 8EW, RM18 8YJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM18 8EH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 57.4% | 52.5% | -4.9% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 42.6% | 47.5% | 4.9% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 29.5% | 37.6% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 43% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 6.6% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 9.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.1% | 50% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.5% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13.1% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 36.9% | 24.3% | -12.6% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 15.1% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 15.4% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 9.7% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 29% | 14.2% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63.5% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 13.9% | 22.8% | 8.9% | 2.5% | 20.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 4.5% | 2.0% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 80.4% | 63.5% | -16.9% | 81.4% | -17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 72.1% 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 | 90.5% | 72.1% | -18.4% | 83.2% | -11.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 11.9% | 10.3% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 7.3% | 9.2% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 6.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 72.3% | -17.9% | 83.2% | -10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 14.3% | 12.4% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 6.8% | 1.4% | 1.9% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 5.1% | 0.6% | 4.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.6% | 37.2% | -12.6% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bown Close was 28.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.0% lower than the Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Bown Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park and the 97th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-02-28 | £331,005 |
| 24 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-08-27 | £345,299 |
| 13 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-07-10 | £312,506 |
| 2 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-05-14 | £385,743 |
| 8 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-02-15 | £349,735 |
RM18 8EH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Transport and storage | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 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 | 2,496 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Calcutta Road , RM18 7QH | - not rated | 868 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 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary School Lansdowne Road , RM18 7QB | - not rated | 942 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary Academy Lansdowne Road , RM18 7QB | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tilbury Pioneer Academy Dickens Avenue , RM18 8HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 935 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | - not rated | 2,826 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | 4out of 4 | 2,826 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | - not rated | 2,892 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer's College Chadwell Road , RM17 5TD | - not rated | 3,104 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National Sea Training College Denton , DA12 2HR | - not rated | 3,285 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurrock and Basildon College Woodview Campus , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 3,361 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurrock College Woodview , RM16 2YR | - not rated | 3,361 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 | 3,769 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 | 1,199 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartford and Gravesham Joynes House , New Road DA11 0AT | - not rated | 2,088 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 2,103 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 2,321 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 | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Worlds End | Fort Road, Tilbury | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Chicken & Pizza | 10 Civic Square, Tilbury | 459 yd | |
| Montreal Kebab | 15 Commonwealth House, Montreal Road | 532 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken And Ribs | 12 Calcutta Road, Tilbury | 587 yd | |
| Tilbury Fish Bar | 53 Calcutta Road, Tilbury | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 14 - 16 Calcutta Road | 586 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Calcutta Road | 587 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tilbury Leisure Centre (Closed) Anchorfields Anchorfields Civic Square | health and fitness suite | 451 yd |
| Tilbury Community Association CIVIC SQUARE | indoor bowls, squash courts | 477 yd |
| S6 Health & Fitness 2A 2A CALCUTTA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 557 yd |
| Daisyfield Tilbury GAINSBOROUGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Uk Fitness Club DOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 949 yd |
| St. Chads School (Closed) St. Chads Road | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.