Billet Lane is in Stanford-Le-Hope and in Thurrock district. SS17 0AJ is located in the Stanford-le-Hope West 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 Billet Lane, Stanford-le-hope, SS17 0AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS17 0AZ, SS17 0AD, SS17 0AE, SS17 0BA, SS17 0NT, SS17 0AY, SS17 0SA, SS17 0AU, SS17 0NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS17 0AJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.2% | 49.6% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.4% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SS17 0AJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.2% | 48.8% | 17.6% | 37.9% | 10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 24.6% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -19.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 16.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 7.1% | -5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.4% | 37% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 30.5% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 22.6% | 20.6% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 9.9% | 6.1% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 2.1% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 SS17 0AJ this area, 32.7% 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 11.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 32.7% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 18% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 8.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 17.1% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 10% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 11.4% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -22.4% |
| Other | 6.9% | 3.8% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 98.8% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 97.4% | 96.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.4% | 37.2% | 14.2% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Billet Lane was 31.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.4% lower than the Stanford East and Corringham Town average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Billet Lane has the 11th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Stanford East and Corringham Town and the 112th lowest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Billet Lane, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-09-20 | £432,069 |
| 40 Billet Lane, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-07-21 | £340,697 |
| 33 Billet Lane, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-06-09 | £282,019 |
| 19 Billet Lane, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2017-08-10 | £285,588 |
| 28 Billet Lane, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2015-09-11 | £409,500 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford-Le-Hope Primary School Copland Road , SS17 0DF | 3out of 4 | 358 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Scratton Road , SS17 0PA | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbots Hall Primary School Abbotts Drive , SS17 7BW | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arthur Bugler Primary School St James Avenue East , SS17 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graham James Primary Academy The Sorrells , Corringham SS17 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,341 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ortu Hassenbrook Academy Hassenbrook Road , SS17 0NS | 2out of 4 | 326 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clere's School Butts Lane , SS17 0NW | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Gable Hall School Southend Road , Corringham SS17 8JT | 2out of 4 | 2,482 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of Asia | 32 Corringham Road, Stanford Le Hope | 583 yd | |
| The Old Regent Ballroom | The Old Regent Ball Room, 19 Corringham Road | 607 yd | |
| Cafe@Hardie Park | Hardie Park Community Development Centre, Recreation Ground | 732 yd | |
| The 80 Days Restaurant At The New Courthouse | The New Courthouse, 39 King Street | 803 yd | |
| Panahar Restaurant | 18 - 20 King Street, Stanford Le Hope | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Thurrock Community Association | Corringham Community Centre, 77 Corringham Road | 215 yd | |
| Inn On The Green | The Green, Stanford Le Hope | 695 yd | |
| The New Courthouse | 47 King Street, Stanford Le Hope | 781 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | Church Hill, Stanford Le Hope | 798 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | The Railway Tavern, King Street | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Kitchen | 10 Corringham Road, Stanford Le Hope | 583 yd | |
| Orient Express | 16 Corringham Road, Stanford Le Hope | 583 yd | |
| Orient Fish Bar | 14 Corringham Road, Stanford Le Hope | 583 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 2 King Street, Stanford Le Hope | 709 yd | |
| Flames | 1 High Street, Stanford Le Hope | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 15 High Street | 755 yd | |
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, The Sorrells | 796 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 6 Kings Parade | 887 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford Le Hope Recreation Ground KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 270 yd |
| Hassenbrook Acedemy HASSENBROOK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 389 yd |
| The Billet Recreation Ground BILLET LANE | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School SCRATTON ROAD | 669 yd | |
| Oasis Health & Fitness Club 7-8 7-8 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 684 yd |
| Abbots Hall Primary Academy ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS DRIVE | grass pitches | 915 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 | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.