Washington Avenue is in Laindon, Basildon and in Basildon district. SS15 6JW is located in the Laindon Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basildon and Billericay. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Washington Avenue, Laindon, Basildon, SS15 6JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS15 6JZ, SS15 6JR, SS15 6JN, SS15 6JS, SS15 6JY, SS15 6JU, SS15 6QF, SS15 6NF, SS15 6QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS15 6JW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 50.7% | 52.6% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 49.3% | 47.4% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 SS15 6JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% 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 | 28.1% | 24.4% | -3.7% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 56.9% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 8.8% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 52.6% | 52.9% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 30.9% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 11.6% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 18.5% | 17.2% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 14.9% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19.6% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 27.7% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 7% | 1.7% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 89% | 85.6% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 4.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 84.9% 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 | 89.8% | 84.9% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.5% | 5.2% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 85.1% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 12.1% | 9.9% | 9.8% | 2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Washington Avenue was 26.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.8% lower than the Laindon Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Washington Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Laindon Park and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Washington Avenue, Basildon, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2025-03-24 | £450,036 |
| 24 Washington Avenue, Basildon, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-08-19 | £355,837 |
| 16 Washington Avenue, Basildon, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-04-16 | £426,389 |
| 3 Washington Avenue, Basildon, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2021-03-29 | £634,566 |
| 28 Washington Avenue, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-01-14 | £454,925 |
SS15 6JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 SS15 6JW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrylands Primary School Cumberland Drive , Laindon SS15 6QS | 3out of 4 | 464 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Berry Primary School Great Berry Primary School, Forest Glade , Langdon Hills SS16 6SG | 4out of 4 | 1,265 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millhouse Primary School Tavistock Road , Laindon SS15 5QF | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Phoenix Primary School Leinster Road , Laindon SS15 5NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lincewood Primary School Berry Lane , Langdon Hills SS16 6AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,707 yd | Community 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 | 1,615 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 3,696 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 4,340 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Billericay School School Road , CM12 9LH | 3out of 4 | 5,429 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 | 1,731 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 4,813 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laindon Day Centre Committee | Laindon Day Centre | 721 yd | |
| Laindon Cafe | Unit F, Wrexham Road | 923 yd | |
| KFC | Harland House, High Road | 1,030 yd | |
| Fords Main Restaurant | Ford Research And Engineering Centre, West Mayne | 1,058 yd | |
| Fords V-Building Restaurant | Ford Research And Engineering Centre, West Mayne | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Four Seasons Public House | Victoria Road | 675 yd | |
| Winston Social Club | 1 Northumberland Avenue | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ho Ho Chinese Takeaway | 48 Hoover Drive | 277 yd | |
| Delhi Akash | 52 Hoover Drive | 277 yd | |
| Wok N Roll | 1 Saffron Court | 743 yd | |
| Laindon Pizza Kebabs | Unit G, Wrexham Road | 923 yd | |
| Zara Indian Takeaway | 32 High Road | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANSPRO International, Essex – African and Caribbean Food | Unit 4, Saffron Court | 660 yd | |
| LIDL | Lidl, Manor Road | 804 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Berry Open Space WARWICK PLACE | grass pitches | 1,039 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 | 81.0% |
| 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 | 143 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.