Runwell Road is in Wickford and in Basildon district. SS11 7HG is located in the Wickford North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rayleigh and Wickford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Runwell Road, Wickford, SS11 7HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS11 7EL, SS11 7HQ, SS11 7EN, SS11 7HL, SS11 7EH, SS11 8JF, SS11 7EJ, SS11 8AY, SS11 7EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS11 7HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.7% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.3% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 24.9% | 36.7% | 11.8% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 44.8% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 8.1% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 8.9% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 40.6% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 41.4% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 13.7% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 23.2% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 13.5% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 9.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 17% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 20.8% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 93.5% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 92.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.2% | 92.1% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.7% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 95.5% | 91.7% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.9% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Runwell Road was 106.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.0% higher than the Wickford North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Runwell Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Wickford North and the 144th highest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 243.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Runwell Road, Wickford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-10-28 | £391,522 |
| 39 Runwell Road, Wickford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-01-19 | £376,458 |
| 39 Runwell Road, Wickford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2023-05-02 | £660,320 |
| 47 Runwell Road, Wickford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-01-28 | £362,034 |
| 3 - 31 Runwell Road, Wickford, Essex Other, an established residential building | £3,500,000 | 2020-04-06 | £4,024,793 |
SS11 7HG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SS11 7HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wickford Church of England School Mount Road , SS11 8HE | 4out of 4 | 627 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Runwell Community Primary School Canewdon Gardens , Runwell SS11 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickford Primary School Market Road , SS12 0AG | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Crescent Primary School North Crescent , SS12 9AP | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilltop Infant School Hill Avenue , SS11 8LT | 4out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauchamps High School Beauchamps Drive , SS11 8LY | 4out of 4 | 1,417 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bromfords School and Sixth Form College Grange Avenue , SS12 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | 3out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 5,256 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mickys Catering | 71a Runwell Road | 164 yd | |
| Smash Indian | 28 The Broadway | 374 yd | |
| Marco Polo Indian Cuisine | 9-11 Lower Southend Road | 411 yd | |
| Jade Palace | 27-29 The Broadway | 439 yd | |
| Wickford Cafe | 3-5 The Broadway | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion Club | 73-77 Runwell Road | 164 yd | |
| Wickford Cricket Club | The Patmore Memorial Sports Ground, Runwell Road | 251 yd | |
| Posh Boys Brewery | 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road | 442 yd | |
| The Posh Boys Brewery | 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road | 442 yd | |
| British Rail Social Association | Market Avenue | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wickford Chinese Takeaway | 10 Runwell Road | 323 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 20 Runwell Road | 323 yd | |
| Pink Garlic | 22 The Broadway | 387 yd | |
| Food o’clock / USA Chicken | 26 The Broadway | 387 yd | |
| Wickford Tandoori Take Away | 15 Lower Southend Road | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | The Broadway | 437 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 30 High Street | 644 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 155 Southend Road | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Patmore Memorial Sports Ground Swan Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 239 yd |
| Bodyzone (Closed) Franklins Way | health and fitness suite | 354 yd |
| Wickford Community Centre MARKET ROAD | 702 yd | |
| Wickford Swim & Fitness Centre MARKET AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 723 yd |
| Wickford Memorial Park PAVILION PAVILION RETTENDON VIEW | grass pitches, tennis courts | 743 yd |
| Nevendon Road Recreation Ground Nevendon Road | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Runwell Playing Field Church End Lane | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| Barn Hall Recreation Ground HASLEMERE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.