Markhams Chase is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS15 5JX 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 Markhams Chase, Basildon, SS15 5JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS15 5JZ, SS15 5JY, SS15 5PB, SS15 5LA, SS15 5JU, SS15 5LW, SS15 5LN, SS15 5PA, SS15 5JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS15 5JX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 34.1% | 39.6% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 45.5% | 3.2% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 7.7% | -3.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 4.3% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 37.6% | 45.8% | 8.2% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 33.7% | -7.6% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.4% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 20.7% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 12.7% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 13.1% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 8% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 21.9% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 20.7% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 9.1% | 3% | -6.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 3% | 5.5% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 85.5% | 85.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 3.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 84.5% 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 | 94.4% | 84.5% | -9.9% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 84.2% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.9% | 12.6% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Markhams Chase was 33.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.4% lower than the Lee Chapel North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Markhams Chase has the lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Lee Chapel North and the 150th lowest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Markhams Chase, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-10-05 | £319,073 |
| 29 Markhams Chase, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2021-09-29 | £323,080 |
| 47 Markhams Chase, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2021-08-10 | £295,303 |
| 29 Markhams Chase, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2018-11-23 | £318,762 |
| 41 Markhams Chase, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2018-10-02 | £303,449 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laindon Park Primary School & Nursery Church Hill , Laindon SS15 5SE | 3out of 4 | 402 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Janet Duke Primary School Markhams Chase , Laindon SS15 5LS | 2out of 4 | 595 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Phoenix Primary School Leinster Road , Laindon SS15 5NQ | 4out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millhouse Primary School Tavistock Road , Laindon SS15 5QF | 3out of 4 | 861 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne Line Catholic Junior School Wickhay , SS15 5AF | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 423 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 2,182 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 4,094 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Billericay School School Road , CM12 9LH | 3out of 4 | 5,092 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,171 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,832 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxterstorey Catering Services | I F D S House, St Nicholas Lane | 395 yd | |
| Burger King | Burger King (Uk) Ltd Pipps Hill Retail Park, Miles Gray Road | 688 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 11 Pipps Hill Retail Park, Miles Gray Road | 688 yd | |
| SLM Cafe | Basildon Sporting Village, Cranes Farm Road | 826 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 3 St Hilary Retail Park, Miles Gray Road | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough and Tractor | 186 Great Knightleys | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Fish Bar | 47 Ballards Walk | 568 yd | |
| B & D's Cafe & Grill | 33 Ballards Walk | 568 yd | |
| Ballards Wok | 37 Ballards Walk | 568 yd | |
| Subway | Unit I3, Pipps Hill Retail Park, Miles Gray Road | 786 yd | |
| The Breakfast Box | Unit 1, The Gloucesters, Crompton Close | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | St. Hilary Retail Park, Miles Gray Road | 868 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Markhams Chase Leisure Centre (Closed) Markhams Chase | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 441 yd |
| Markhams Chase LEINSTER ROAD | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| James Hornsby School LEINSTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 521 yd |
| Bluehouse Farm Community Centre (Closed) Laindon Link | 739 yd | |
| Phoenix Primary School LEINSTER ROAD | grass pitches | 767 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 | 862 yd |
| Gloucester Park (Closed) Cranes Farm Road | grass pitches | 893 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 | 37.5% |
| 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 | 205.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.