Great Knightleys is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS15 5ED is located in the Lee Chapel North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basildon and Billericay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Great Knightleys, Basildon, SS15 5ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS15 5DA, SS15 5BZ, SS15 5HQ, SS15 5EE, SS15 5DB, SS15 5HR, SS15 5BY, SS15 5BX, SS15 5DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS15 5ED is primarily male, with 57.4% of the population 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 | 39.8% | 42.6% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -8.4% |
| Male | 60.2% | 57.4% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 8.4% |
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 SS15 5ED, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.3% 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 | 56.1% | 59.3% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 21.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.2% | 14.4% | 1.2% | 44.2% | -29.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 21.1% | 18.6% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 9.5% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 2.5% | -6.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 37.4% | 40.4% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 32.6% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 5.7% | -4.9% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 | 33.3% | 27.1% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 12.7% | -8.4% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.1% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 13.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 23.7% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.5% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 4.9% | 0.7% | -4.2% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 85.4% | 86.5% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 76.4% 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 | 83.7% | 76.4% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -6.8% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 12.9% | 7.2% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.1% | 5.7% | -2.4% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.9% | 76.4% | -6.5% | 83.2% | -6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4.9% | 14.3% | 9.4% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.7% | 2.1% | -3.6% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.8% | 76.7% | -12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 3.5% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 5% | 0.9% | 4.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Great Knightleys was 281.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 193.6% higher than the Lee Chapel North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Great Knightleys has the 4th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Lee Chapel North and the 31st highest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 140.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.8%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Great Knightleys, Basildon, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-02-21 | £160,855 |
| 223 Great Knightleys, Basildon, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2023-12-08 | £159,926 |
| 217 Great Knightleys, Basildon, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2022-11-08 | £145,586 |
| 215 Great Knightleys, Basildon, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-07-01 | £161,141 |
| 223 Great Knightleys, Basildon, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2020-02-20 | £167,510 |
SS15 5ED 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 | 47 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janet Duke Primary School Markhams Chase , Laindon SS15 5LS | 2out of 4 | 355 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne Line Catholic Junior School Wickhay , SS15 5AF | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne Line Catholic Infant School Wickhay , SS15 5AF | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Phoenix Primary School Leinster Road , Laindon SS15 5NQ | 4out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laindon Park Primary School & Nursery Church Hill , Laindon SS15 5SE | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The James Hornsby School Leinster Road , SS15 5NX | 3out of 4 | 898 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,476 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 3,627 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 4,810 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children's Support Service Langdon Hills Basildon High Road , Langdon Hills SS16 6HG | 3out of 4 | 1,995 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,434 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towngate Theatre Bar | Towngate Theatre, St Martins Square | 878 yd | |
| Baxterstorey Catering Services | I F D S House, St Nicholas Lane | 879 yd | |
| SLM Cafe | Basildon Sporting Village, Cranes Farm Road | 880 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | Gala Social Club, Southernhay | 986 yd | |
| Salvation Army Luncheon Club | Fauners | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough and Tractor | 186 Great Knightleys | 156 yd | |
| Katz | Katz Gentlemens Club, Time Square | 884 yd | |
| Q Ball Snooker and Sports Bar | Q Ball Snooker Centre, Time Square | 886 yd | |
| Castle Mayne | The Castle Mayne Public House, The Knares | 1,019 yd | |
| DB Shack | The Castle Mayne Public House, The Knares | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Fish Bar | 47 Ballards Walk | 149 yd | |
| B & D's Cafe & Grill | 33 Ballards Walk | 149 yd | |
| Ballards Wok | 37 Ballards Walk | 149 yd | |
| CEASED Mr Biggs Caribbean Authentic Food | Market Site, Kiosk 45, St Martins Square | 879 yd | |
| Potbellys | Market Site, Kiosk 42, St Martins Square | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | St. Hilary Retail Park, Miles Gray Road | 1,092 yd | |
| B&M Retail ltd | 3-5 Town Square | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Markhams Chase Leisure Centre (Closed) Markhams Chase | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 608 yd |
| Gloucester Park Swimming Pool (Closed) Broadmayne | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 710 yd |
| Markhams Chase LEINSTER ROAD | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Gloucester Park (Closed) Cranes Farm Road | grass pitches | 855 yd |
| Bluehouse Farm Community Centre (Closed) Laindon Link | 855 yd | |
| Basildon Sporting Village GLOUCESTER PARK NORTH GLOUCESTER PARK NORTH CRANES FARM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 886 yd |
| Lee Chapel Primary School THE KNARES | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Basildon) Times Square | health and fitness suite | 965 yd |
| Easygym Basildon WESTGATE PARK WESTGATE PARK FODDERWICK | health and fitness suite | 1,031 yd |
| James Hornsby School LEINSTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,042 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 | 113.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.