Claremont Drive is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS16 4TL 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 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Claremont Drive, Basildon, SS16 4TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS16 4TX, SS16 4TS, SS16 4LX, SS16 4TW, SS16 4LZ, SS16 4LY, SS16 4TN, SS16 4TR, SS16 4UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS16 4TL has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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 | 52% | 50% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48% | 50% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 29.6% | 33.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 50.8% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 1.6% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 10.2% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 3.3% | -5.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 35.7% | 41.6% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 38.1% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 12.1% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 4.6% | -4.9% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 4TL this area, 29.3% 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.6% | 29.3% | -12.3% | 18.2% | 11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 15.3% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 13.3% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 12.4% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 18.5% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 5.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.2% | 89% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
In this area, 90.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.2% | 90.7% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 3.6% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 90.7% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Claremont Drive was 11.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.2% lower than the Nethermayne average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Claremont Drive has the lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Nethermayne and the 34th lowest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Claremont Drive, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-03-13 | £355,737 |
| 21 Claremont Drive, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-02-09 | £314,657 |
| 33 Claremont Drive, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2023-02-17 | £377,234 |
| 29 Claremont Drive, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-07-12 | £348,110 |
| 18 Claremont Drive, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £288,000 | 2020-12-17 | £334,398 |
SS16 4TL 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryedene Primary and Nursery School Ryedene , Off Clover Way SS16 4SY | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bardfield Academy Clay Hill Road , Vange SS16 4NL | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Grove Primary School High Road , Pitsea SS13 3AB | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Basildon Elsenham Crescent , SS14 1UE | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greensted Infant School and Nursery Kirby Road , SS14 1RX | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,192 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 2,760 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 2,896 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 4,567 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 4,424 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | 3out of 4 | 5,001 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Children's Support Service Langdon Hills Basildon High Road , Langdon Hills SS16 6HG | 3out of 4 | 5,350 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Cafe | Tesco Extra, Hazelmere | 623 yd | |
| George's Cafe | 18 Station Lane | 822 yd | |
| McDonalds | Old Market Site, High Road | 923 yd | |
| KFC | Kentucky Fried Chicken, High Road | 923 yd | |
| Cafe 89 | The Range, Northlands Pavement | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vange & Pitsea Social Club Ltd | Vange And Pitsea Working Mens Club, High Road | 82 yd | |
| Winged Horse | The Winged Horse, Luncies Road | 787 yd | |
| Cromwell Manor/Grand Events | Cromwell Manor, Pitsea Hall Lane | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plaice To Go | 3a Vange Riverview Centre | 508 yd | |
| King's Flavours | Riverview Centre, 9a Clay Hill Road | 515 yd | |
| YO! To Go | Tesco Extra, Hazelmere | 623 yd | |
| Delight Grill House / Pronto pizza | Delight Grill House, High Road | 799 yd | |
| Pitsea Kebab and Pizza | 14 Station Lane | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco Extra, Hazelmere | 623 yd | |
| Hope Community Supermarket | 481 Clay Hill Road | 777 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit C1, High Road | 923 yd | |
| Farmfoods Limited | Unit 3 Old Market Retail Park, High Road | 926 yd | |
| LIDL | Old Market Site, High Road | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent View Open Space PASLOWES | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Bardfield Academy Bardfield Primary School Bardfield Primary School Clayhill Road | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Pitsea Leisure Centre (The Place) PITSEA CENTRE PITSEA CENTRE NORTHLANDS PAVEMENT | health and fitness suite | 953 yd |
| Pitsea Swimming Pool (Closed) Pitsea Centre | swimming pool | 1,060 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 | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.