Wharf Road is in Stanford-Le-Hope and in Thurrock district. SS17 0DH 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 Wharf Road, Stanford-le-hope, SS17 0DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS17 0DB, SS17 0DJ, SS17 0DG, SS17 0DX, SS17 0DQ, SS17 0BZ, SS17 0DL, SS17 0DY, SS17 0DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS17 0DH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 50.3% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 53.2% | 49.7% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 32.5% | 38.3% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 42% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8.3% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 7.2% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.2% | 55.8% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 7.4% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 33.2% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 8.3% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 29.9% | 17% | -12.9% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 11% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 17% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 23.5% | 12.4% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 24.2% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 94.9% | 90.4% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 89.9% 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 | 95.9% | 89.9% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 89.9% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.8% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharf Road was 33.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.4% lower than the Stanford-le-Hope West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wharf Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Stanford-le-Hope West and the 124th lowest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Wharf Road, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-09-27 | £359,517 |
| 22 Wharf Road, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2016-07-08 | £470,447 |
| 16 Wharf Road, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2014-09-25 | £428,563 |
| 14A Wharf Road, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2014-02-28 | £282,002 |
| 16 Wharf Road, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2010-12-17 | £415,723 |
SS17 0DH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 121 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford-Le-Hope Primary School Copland Road , SS17 0DF | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Scratton Road , SS17 0PA | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbots Hall Primary School Abbotts Drive , SS17 7BW | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arthur Bugler Primary School St James Avenue East , SS17 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graham James Primary Academy The Sorrells , Corringham SS17 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,923 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clere's School Butts Lane , SS17 0NW | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Hassenbrook Academy Hassenbrook Road , SS17 0NS | 2out of 4 | 866 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Gable Hall School Southend Road , Corringham SS17 8JT | 2out of 4 | 2,973 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 | 153 yd | |
| The Old Regent Ballroom | The Old Regent Ball Room, 19 Corringham Road | 184 yd | |
| Panahar Restaurant | 18 - 20 King Street, Stanford Le Hope | 316 yd | |
| Aroma Cafe | 9 Kings Parade, King Street | 351 yd | |
| Ellie M's Sandwich Shop | 13 Kings Parade, King Street | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inn On The Green | The Green, Stanford Le Hope | 159 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | Church Hill, Stanford Le Hope | 235 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | The Railway Tavern, King Street | 315 yd | |
| The Welcome Club | 1 Victoria Road, Stanford Le Hope | 374 yd | |
| The New Courthouse | 47 King Street, Stanford Le Hope | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orient Fish Bar | 14 Corringham Road, Stanford Le Hope | 153 yd | |
| Golden Kitchen | 10 Corringham Road, Stanford Le Hope | 153 yd | |
| Orient Express | 16 Corringham Road, Stanford Le Hope | 153 yd | |
| Flames | 1 High Street, Stanford Le Hope | 230 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 2 King Street, Stanford Le Hope | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 15 High Street | 293 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 6 Kings Parade | 351 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Health & Fitness Club 7-8 7-8 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 300 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School SCRATTON ROAD | 552 yd | |
| Stanford Le Hope Recreation Ground KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 559 yd |
| St Clere'S School BUTTS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 710 yd |
| Hassenbrook Acedemy HASSENBROOK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 806 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.