Fourth Avenue is in Grays and in Thurrock district. RM20 3JJ is located in the West Thurrock and South Stifford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fourth Avenue, Grays, RM20 3JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM20 3JP, RM20 3JH, RM20 3JR, RM20 3JL, RM20 3JB, RM20 3HT, RM20 3HB, RM20 3JT, RM20 3HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM20 3JJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 50.8% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 52.7% | 49.2% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 35.4% | 41.9% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 41.1% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -3.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 3.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 8.3% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 3% | 4.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 44.6% | 54.1% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 30.3% | -8.9% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 10.1% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 34.7% | 27.1% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 14.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.5% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.4% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 13.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 24.6% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 9.1% | 2.9% | -6.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.1% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 10.9% | 13.5% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 11.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 79.7% | 67.1% | -12.6% | 81.4% | -14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 71.2% 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 | 78.7% | 71.2% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -12.0% |
| European Union | 7.8% | 15.3% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 8.1% | 8.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.7% | 71.8% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 20.4% | 17.6% | 9.8% | 10.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 6.2% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.1% | 0.6% | -8.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.4% | 0.9% | -7.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.2% | 76.7% | -12.5% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 4.6% | 0.3% | 4.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Muslim | 11.6% | 6.5% | 5.1% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fourth Avenue was 263.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.9% higher than the West Thurrock and South Stifford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fourth Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in West Thurrock and South Stifford and the 23rd highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Fourth Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-07-29 | £338,131 |
| 16 Fourth Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2021-03-25 | £320,975 |
| 13 Fourth Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2020-12-04 | £385,624 |
| 14 Fourth Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2019-08-06 | £337,770 |
| 4 Fourth Avenue, Grays, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-05-24 | £355,909 |
RM20 3JJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Transport and storage | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Thurrock Academy Schoolfield Road , RM20 3HR | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred Mayflower Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Mayflower Mayflower Road , RM16 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren Primary School Gilbert Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6NB | - not rated | 1,957 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Castle Academy Parker Road , RM17 5YN | 3out of 4 | 2,651 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Chafford Hundred Mayflower Road , Chafford Hundred RM16 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Riverside London Road , RM19 1QY | - not rated | 2,683 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Park Secondary School TLC Building, High Street , RM17 6TF | - not rated | 3,593 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Park Academy Belhus Park Lane , Aveley RM15 4RU | 3out of 4 | 3,669 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grays Convent High School College Avenue , RM17 5UX | 3out of 4 | 4,177 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hill Academy Erriff Drive , RM15 5AY | 4out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Kebab | Istanbul Grill, 727 London Road | 244 yd | |
| The Cafe Upstairs | Selco Trade Centres Ltd, Unit A | 271 yd | |
| Wraps And Wings- Eggsquisite | Doorstep Desserts, Unit 8 | 359 yd | |
| Jump Giants - Coffee Shop | Jump Giants, Unit B3 And Unit B4 | 362 yd | |
| Ab Salute Gym | Unit C5, J31 Park | 410 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Inn | The Ship, 470 London Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chippy | 660 London Road, West Thurrock | 205 yd | |
| Royal Curry Centre | Unit 3, Thurrock Business Centre | 439 yd | |
| Burgers LDN | Royal Curry Centre, Unit 3 | 449 yd | |
| The Sandwich Shop | 589 London Road, West Thurrock | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ab Salute Gym Ltd (Lakeside) J31 PARK J31 PARK MOTHERWELL WAY | health and fitness suite | 433 yd |
| West Thurrock Recreation Ground (Closed) London Road | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Pure Gym (West Thurrock) WEST THURROCK RETAIL PARK WEST THURROCK RETAIL PARK WESTON AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 844 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 | 71.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.