Pebmarsh Drive is in Wickford and in Basildon district. SS12 9AU is located in the Wickford Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rayleigh and Wickford. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pebmarsh Drive, Wickford, SS12 9AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS12 9AW, SS12 9BE, SS12 9BD, SS12 9BQ, SS12 9AR, SS12 9AB, SS12 9BB, SS12 9HS, SS12 9PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS12 9AU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 47.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 52.9% | 52.2% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SS12 9AU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.8% | 50.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.3% | 33.2% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12% | 10.2% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (90.7%) 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 | 49.8% | 52.2% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 38.5% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 10% | 7.2% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 11.5% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 16.8% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 17.7% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 19.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 26.5% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.5% | 5.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 95.4% | 89.9% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 8.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 96.2% | 93.2% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pebmarsh Drive was 38.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.4% lower than the Castledon & Crouch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pebmarsh Drive has the 15th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Castledon & Crouch and the 179th lowest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Pebmarsh Drive, Wickford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2026-01-23 | £354,135 |
| 59 Pebmarsh Drive, Wickford, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £297,000 | 2025-04-11 | £294,612 |
| 7 Pebmarsh Drive, Wickford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,500 | 2025-03-27 | £343,194 |
| 51 Pebmarsh Drive, Wickford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-08-08 | £338,558 |
| 49 Pebmarsh Drive, Wickford, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-06-14 | £308,438 |
SS12 9AU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SS12 9AU 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 | 120 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Crescent Primary School North Crescent , SS12 9AP | - not rated | 619 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Crescent Primary School North Crescent , SS12 9AP | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Scott Drive , SS12 9PW | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wickford Church of England School Mount Road , SS11 8HE | 4out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Mount Road , SS11 8HE | - not rated | 830 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauchamps High School Beauchamps Drive , SS11 8LY | - not rated | 1,152 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bromfords School Grange Avenue , SS12 0LZ | - not rated | 1,613 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bromfords School Grange Avenue , SS12 0LZ | - not rated | 1,613 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fryerns Community School Craylands , SS14 3RN | - not rated | 4,832 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park School Rawreth Lane , SS6 9RN | - not rated | 5,086 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | - not rated | 1,632 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | - not rated | 1,632 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Children's Support Service Alderney Gardens , SS11 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,849 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 4,298 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Omnia Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 4,493 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marie's at Wernick & Sons | Wernick & Sons, Russell Gardens | 355 yd | |
| Shotgate Sandwich Shop | Unit 1C Byron Works, Russell Gardens | 626 yd | |
| Evangelical Church | Evangelical Church, 9-11 Nevendon Road | 750 yd | |
| Tony's Authentic Italian Pizza & Street Food | 52 High Street | 826 yd | |
| Mem's Kitchen | 9 Ladygate Centre, 40 High Street | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Club | S Wernick & Sons Ltd, Russell Gardens | 355 yd | |
| Wickford Community Association | Nevendon Centre, Nevendon Road | 791 yd | |
| The Duke Public House | 80 High Street | 826 yd | |
| Posh Boys Brewery | 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road | 830 yd | |
| The Posh Boys Brewery | 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmos Takeaway | 159 Southend Road | 770 yd | |
| Fish 'n' Chick'n / Serial Griller | 167a Southend Road | 770 yd | |
| Albert's Pie and Mash | Hut In Car Park, 80 High Street | 778 yd | |
| Wickford Grill | 48 High Street | 824 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 58 High Street | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 155 Southend Road | 770 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Unit, 4 Silva Island Way | 875 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 30 High Street | 880 yd | |
| Aldi | The Broadway | 937 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym Hub ROBERT WAY | health and fitness suite | 561 yd |
| Bodyzone (Closed) Franklins Way | health and fitness suite | 782 yd |
| Nevendon Road Recreation Ground Nevendon Road | grass pitches | 882 yd |
| Abacus Primary School TRESCO WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,007 yd |
| Wickford Community Centre MARKET ROAD | 1,016 yd | |
| Patmore Memorial Sports Ground Swan Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,044 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 | 65.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.