Mistley Path is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS16 4AN is located in the Nethermayne 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 Mistley Path, Basildon, SS16 4AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS16 4AP, SS16 4AG, SS16 4AL, SS16 4AW, SS16 4AZ, SS16 4AR, SS16 4AT, SS16 4AU, SS16 4BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS16 4AN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 27.7% | 40.5% | 12.8% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 34.6% | -9.6% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 11.8% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 9.7% | -1.1% | 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 | 40.5% | 42.3% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 35.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 15.3% | -5.0% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
In the area around SS16 4AN this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42% | 30.8% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 15.6% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 12.7% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 12.7% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 22.8% | 13.3% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 94.2% | 86% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 4.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 93.1% | 87.6% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 87.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 8.2% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mistley Path was 66.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.8% lower than the Langdon Hills average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mistley Path has the 36th highest crime rate of 79 local areas in Langdon Hills and the 258th highest crime rate of 553 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Mistley Path, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-08-16 | £305,258 |
| 64 Mistley Path, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2019-11-11 | £291,023 |
| 54 Mistley Path, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2019-09-02 | £272,066 |
| 34 Mistley Path, Basildon, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-01-31 | £123,072 |
| 50 Mistley Path, Basildon, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2017-06-08 | £181,888 |
SS16 4AN 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Mead Junior School Church Road , SS16 4AG | - not rated | 162 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swan Mead Infant School and Nursery Church Road , SS16 4AG | - not rated | 162 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Primary School Church Road , SS16 4AG | - not rated | 196 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Primary School, Basildon Church Road , SS16 4AG | - not rated | 196 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairhouse Community Primary School Long Riding , SS14 1QP | 3out of 4 | 535 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Campus Basildon Studio School Church Walk House, Church Walk , Great Oaks SS14 1GJ | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Campus Basildon Studio School Church Walk House , Church Walk SS14 1GJ | - not rated | 1,342 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barstable School Timberlog Close , SS14 1UX | - not rated | 1,428 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basildon College Nethermayne , SS16 5NN | - not rated | 1,878 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospects College of Advanced Technology Luckyn Lane , SS14 3AY | - not rated | 2,523 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Essex Pupil Referral Unit Fairview Road , SS14 1PW | - not rated | 805 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairview School Fairview Road , SS14 1PW | - not rated | 805 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Secondary Behaviour Support Unit (South) Fairview Road , SS14 1PW | - not rated | 823 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Pioneer Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basildon Disabled Sports Assoc | Swan Mead Centre, Church Road | 124 yd | |
| Papworth Trust | Bradbury House, Witchards | 832 yd | |
| Rainbows bubble tea | 7a Eastgate Centre, Southernhay | 857 yd | |
| Kingswood Kebab and Cafe | 154 Clay Hill Road | 862 yd | |
| Deniz Restaurant | 59 Southernhay | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Club | 35 Kingswood Road | 488 yd | |
| Owl & Pussycat | 164 Clay Hill Road | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Soon Chinese Takeaway | 455 Clay Hill Road | 795 yd | |
| Atwal's Fish Shop | 463 Clay Hill Road | 795 yd | |
| Taste of Bombay | 453 Clay Hill Road | 795 yd | |
| Farm Pizza | 467 Clay Hill Road | 795 yd | |
| Muffin Break Basildon | Long Gallery, 14 Eastgate | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | Asda, Eastgate Centre, Southernhay | 857 yd | |
| Food Plus | 108-110 Southernhay | 964 yd | |
| Hope Community Supermarket | 481 Clay Hill Road | 979 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swan Mead Park OSBORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 180 yd |
| Kingswood Primary School CLAY HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Kingswood Association Hall Clay Hill Road | 859 yd | |
| Gym4All (Basildon) (Closed) EASTGATE BUSINESS CENTRE EASTGATE BUSINESS CENTRE SOUTHERNHAY | health and fitness suite | 939 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Basildon) SOUTHERNHAY | health and fitness suite | 964 yd |
| Basildon Sports Centre (Closed) | grass pitches | 985 yd |
| Mopsies Park BROADMAYNE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,062 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 | 65.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.