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 23.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.7% lower than the Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bown Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park and the 77th lowest crime rate of 505 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 -53.5%.

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 | £326,640 |
| 24 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-08-27 | £339,707 |
| 13 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-07-10 | £307,445 |
| 2 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-05-14 | £379,496 |
| 8 Bown Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-02-15 | £344,071 |
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 | 2,474 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 St. Mary's Catholic Primary School , Calcutta Road RM18 7QH | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary Academy Lansdowne Road , RM18 7QB | 3out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tilbury Pioneer Academy Dickens Avenue , RM18 8HJ | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Primary Free School Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 1,973 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chantry Community Academy Ordnance Road , DA12 2RL | 3out of 4 | 2,374 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Pelham Road , DA11 0JE | 4out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Gravesend Grammar School Church Walk , DA12 2PR | 4out of 4 | 2,999 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Comprehensive Rochester Road , DA12 2JW | 3out of 4 | 3,352 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfleet Technology College Colyer Road , Northfleet DA11 8BG | 3out of 4 | 3,708 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | 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 | 3,813 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,084 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pier View Academy 42-44 Harmer Street , DA12 2AX | - not rated | 2,187 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte School 7 Pelham Road , DA11 0HN | - not rated | 2,362 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| LINK19 College Lower Higham Road , Based at North Kent College DA12 2JJ | - not rated | 3,830 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 4,040 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | 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.