Rectory Gardens is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS13 2EL is located in the Pitsea South East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Basildon and East Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Gardens, Basildon, SS13 2EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS13 2NP, SS13 2EH, SS13 2AP, SS13 2AW, SS13 1BE, SS13 2AG, SS13 2AE, SS13 2AD, SS13 2NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS13 2EL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 46.8% | 54% | 7.2% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 53.2% | 46% | -7.2% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 SS13 2EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65% 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 | 24.6% | 19.3% | -5.3% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 65% | 4.1% | 44.2% | 20.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6% | 8.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 42.4% | 46.3% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 34.9% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 12.9% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.1% | 23.3% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 15.2% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.3% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.2% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 22% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 4.4% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.7% | 86.8% | -8.9% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 86.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 86.4% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 5.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 86.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12.1% | 12.1% | 9.8% | 2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 0% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Gardens was 22.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.1% lower than the Pitsea South East average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Rectory Gardens has the lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Pitsea South East and the 96th lowest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rectory Gardens, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-05-24 | £337,422 |
| 2 Rectory Gardens, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-12-20 | £367,923 |
| 21 Rectory Gardens, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £286,750 | 2021-06-30 | £332,564 |
| 22 Rectory Gardens, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2020-02-19 | £320,837 |
| 17 Rectory Gardens, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2019-05-24 | £424,610 |
SS13 2EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SS13 2EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northlands Primary School and Nursery Winifred Road , Pitsea SS13 3JQ | 3out of 4 | 394 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eversley Primary School Crest Avenue , Pitsea SS13 2EF | 3out of 4 | 548 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Grove Primary School High Road , Pitsea SS13 3AB | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briscoe Primary School & Nursery Academy Felmores End , Pitsea SS13 1PN | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Basildon Elsenham Crescent , SS14 1UE | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 3,295 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 3,558 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 4,110 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 2,905 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,938 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | 3out of 4 | 3,998 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dil Tandoori | 79 High Road | 522 yd | |
| Curry Garden / Taj Mahal | The Parade, 3 High Road | 552 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | The Kiosk, 14 Northlands Pavement | 648 yd | |
| Rose Cafe | 3 Northlands Pavement | 651 yd | |
| Cafe 89 | The Range, Northlands Pavement | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Chalvedon Hall | Great Chalvedon Hall, Rectory Road | 791 yd | |
| Bowers and Pitsea FC Ltd | Crown Avenue | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basildon Chef | 102 Rectory Road | 421 yd | |
| Pizza Mama Mia | 71 High Road | 522 yd | |
| Golden City | 130 Rectory Road | 559 yd | |
| Martella's | 136 Rectory Road | 559 yd | |
| Subway | 8 Broadway North, High Road | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIDL | Old Market Site, High Road | 524 yd | |
| Farmfoods Limited | Unit 3 Old Market Retail Park, High Road | 699 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit C1, High Road | 703 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco Extra, Hazelmere | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Basildon Upper Academy WICKFORD AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 544 yd |
| Pitsea Swimming Pool (Closed) Pitsea Centre | swimming pool | 549 yd |
| Eversley Recreation Ground WOODCOTE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Eversley Leisure Centre CREST AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 592 yd |
| Pitsea Leisure Centre (The Place) PITSEA CENTRE PITSEA CENTRE NORTHLANDS PAVEMENT | health and fitness suite | 627 yd |
| Len Salmon Stadium (Bowers And Pitsea Fc) CROWN AVENUE | grass pitches | 764 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.