Sanderling Close is in East Tilbury, Tilbury and in Thurrock district. RM18 8FF is located in the East Tilbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Basildon and East Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 2015-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sanderling Close, East Tilbury, Tilbury, RM18 8FF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM18 8FG, RM18 8FA, RM18 8FH, RM18 8DQ, RM18 8FJ, RM18 8SB, SS17 0RR, RM18 8SD, RM18 8FL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM18 8FF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 49.6% | 54.3% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 50.4% | 45.7% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of RM18 8FF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.5% | 33.8% | -6.7% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 58.3% | 15.9% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 5.7% | -6.1% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 (93.4%) 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 | 47.2% | 67.9% | 20.7% | 48.4% | 19.5% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 25.5% | -10.1% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 4.9% | -5.9% | 12.7% | -7.8% |
| Bad health | 5% | 1.6% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 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.
In the area around RM18 8FF this area, 5.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 5.3% | -25.2% | 18.2% | -12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 7.9% | -11.6% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.4% | 17.2% | -7.2% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 17.6% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 48.9% | 39.7% | 33.8% | 15.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 16.5% | 13.9% | 2.5% | 14.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95.3% | 64% | -31.3% | 81.4% | -17.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 73.8% 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 | 96.8% | 73.8% | -23.0% | 83.2% | -9.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 11.4% | 10.8% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 8.9% | 7.2% | 2.7% | 6.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 74.6% | -21.0% | 83.2% | -8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 19.9% | 19.6% | 9.8% | 10.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Poland | 5.4% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sanderling Close was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.8% lower than the East Tilbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sanderling Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in East Tilbury and the 118th lowest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sanderling Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-10-16 | £338,302 |
| 44 Sanderling Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-10-07 | £379,308 |
| 15 Sanderling Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2024-06-28 | £336,638 |
| 48 Sanderling Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-03-27 | £420,645 |
| 34 Sanderling Close, Tilbury, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-12-04 | £329,779 |
RM18 8FF 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 | 120 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Tilbury Primary School Princess Margaret Road , RM18 8SB | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herringham Primary Academy St Mary's Road , Chadwell St Mary RM16 4JX | 2out of 4 | 2,997 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadwell St Mary Primary School River View , Chadwell St Mary RM16 4DH | 3out of 4 | 3,315 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tilbury Pioneer Academy Dickens Avenue , RM18 8HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,500 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Primary Free School Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 3,764 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clere's School Butts Lane , SS17 0NW | 3out of 4 | 3,485 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gateway Academy Marshfoot Road , RM16 4LU | 3out of 4 | 4,145 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Hassenbrook Academy Hassenbrook Road , SS17 0NS | 2out of 4 | 4,653 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orsett Heath Academy Long Lane , RM16 2QH | - not rated | 4,991 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treetops Free School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | - not rated | 4,334 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive AP Academy - Thurrock Leicester Road , RM18 7AX | 3out of 4 | 4,385 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Treetops School Buxton Road , RM16 2WU | 4out of 4 | 4,465 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nancy's Sandwich Bar | 7 Stanford House, Princess Margaret Road | 352 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George & Dragon | George And Dragon, East Tilbury Road | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George's Fish Bar | 4 Stanford House, Princess Margaret Road | 356 yd | |
| Essex Chef | Shop 1, Gloucester Avenue | 474 yd | |
| Preem | Preem Tandoori And Balti, 1B Gloucester Avenue | 532 yd | |
| King Kebab | George And Dragon, East Tilbury Road | 763 yd | |
| China Town | 2 East Tilbury Road, Linford | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford Star Co-operative | Coop, 8 - 11 Stanford House | 352 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Tilbury Primary School PRINCESS MARGARET ROAD | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Linford Recreation Ground PARKVIEW PARKVIEW MUCKINGFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 767 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 285.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 40.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.