Gernons is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS16 5TL is located in the Langdon Hills 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 Gernons, Basildon, SS16 5TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS16 5UB, SS16 5TW, SS16 5TN, SS16 5TJ, SS16 5TD, SS16 5TG, SS16 5TB, SS16 5TZ, SS16 5TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS16 5TL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 53.7% | 52.1% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 46.3% | 47.9% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 31.9% | 33.5% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 46.5% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 4.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.4% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 40.7% | 43.3% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33.8% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 17.1% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 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 | 33.8% | 27% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 17.2% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 7.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 13.5% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 8.4% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 26% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.7% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 8.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 6.1% | 5.0% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.7% | 81.7% | -9.0% | 81.4% | 0.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 93% | 86.5% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 3% | 1.5% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 7.1% | 5.2% | 5.6% | 1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 87.2% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.9% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gernons was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Langdon Hills average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Gernons, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2025-06-05 | £375,556 |
| 25 Gernons, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2025-01-10 | £376,330 |
| 34 Gernons, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2023-11-10 | £222,892 |
| 6 Gernons, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-01-27 | £319,410 |
| 12 Gernons, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-06-29 | £308,239 |
SS16 5TL 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Chapel Primary School The Knares , SS16 5RU | 4out of 4 | 180 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne Line Catholic Junior School Wickhay , SS15 5AF | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne Line Catholic Infant School Wickhay , SS15 5AF | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Primary School and Nursery Clay Hill Road , SS16 5DE | 3out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Janet Duke Primary School Markhams Chase , Laindon SS15 5LS | 2out of 4 | 1,314 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 684 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The James Hornsby School Leinster Road , SS15 5NX | 3out of 4 | 1,915 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 3,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Gable Hall School Southend Road , Corringham SS17 8JT | 2out of 4 | 3,739 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 | 1,950 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 2,461 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army Luncheon Club | Fauners | 563 yd | |
| Aramark @ Costa Cafe Education Centre | Education Centre, Basildon University Hospital, Nether Mayne | 718 yd | |
| Aramark @ Costa Cardio small unit | Basildon Hospital | 718 yd | |
| League of Friends | Basildon Hospital, Nethermayne | 718 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Basildon University Hospital, Nether Mayne | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Mayne | The Castle Mayne Public House, The Knares | 332 yd | |
| DB Shack | The Castle Mayne Public House, The Knares | 332 yd | |
| Katz | Katz Gentlemens Club, Time Square | 671 yd | |
| Q Ball Snooker and Sports Bar | Q Ball Snooker Centre, Time Square | 686 yd | |
| Beehive | The Beehive Public House, Southernhay | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice & Noodles | 4 Kibcaps | 316 yd | |
| Fish 'n' Chick'n / Serial Griller | 2 Kibcaps | 316 yd | |
| Currymaster | 1 Cherrydown West | 443 yd | |
| Himalayon Dumpling | Market Site, Kiosk 43, St Martins Square | 914 yd | |
| Matteus Caribbean Cuisine | Market Site, Kiosk 45, St Martins Square | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 13-21 Market Pavement | 1,012 yd | |
| B&M Retail ltd | 3-5 Town Square | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Essex College (Basildon Campus) (Closed) Nethermayne | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 260 yd |
| Lee Chapel Primary School THE KNARES | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Woodlands School WOODLANDS APPROACH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 507 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Basildon) Times Square | health and fitness suite | 701 yd |
| Basildon Hospital NETHERMAYNE | 718 yd | |
| Easygym Basildon WESTGATE PARK WESTGATE PARK FODDERWICK | health and fitness suite | 825 yd |
| Club Kingswood CLAYHILL LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 933 yd |
| Basildon Golf Course (Closed) Clayhill Lane | golf | 1,000 yd |
| Kingswood Primary School CLAY HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,054 yd |
| Kingswood Association Hall Clay Hill Road | 1,084 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 | 67.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.