Goldsmiths Avenue is in Corringham, Stanford-Le-Hope and in Thurrock district. SS17 7HU is located in the Stanford East and Corringham Town 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 Goldsmiths Avenue, Corringham, Stanford-le-hope, SS17 7HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS17 7HZ, SS17 7HX, SS17 7QR, SS17 7QS, SS17 7RG, SS17 7QY, SS17 7HP, SS17 7HY, SS17 7QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS17 7HU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.5% | 49.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SS17 7HU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.6% | 33.7% | 10.1% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 51.6% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 6.2% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 7.8% | -6.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 38% | 44.8% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 38% | 41.7% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 8.1% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 10.2% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 20.4% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 14.2% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 14.6% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.4% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 21.5% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 18.8% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 2% | 5% | 3.0% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.4% | 93.1% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 98.3% | 93.1% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 93.3% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Goldsmiths Avenue was 65.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.4% higher than the Corringham and Fobbing average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Goldsmiths Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Corringham and Fobbing and the 223rd highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Goldsmiths Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-08-16 | £400,231 |
| 12 Goldsmiths Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-07-21 | £360,738 |
| 38 Goldsmiths Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £402,500 | 2022-11-04 | £395,623 |
| 11 Goldsmiths Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-01-28 | £364,206 |
| 8 Goldsmiths Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-01-22 | £393,711 |
SS17 7HU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SS17 7HU 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graham James Primary Academy The Sorrells , Corringham SS17 7ES | 3out of 4 | 232 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arthur Bugler Primary School St James Avenue East , SS17 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 587 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Giffards Primary School Queen Elizabeth Drive , Corringham SS17 7TG | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbots Hall Primary School Abbotts Drive , SS17 7BW | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Corringham Primary School Herd Lane , Corringham SS17 9BH | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ortu Gable Hall School Southend Road , Corringham SS17 8JT | 2out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Hassenbrook Academy Hassenbrook Road , SS17 0NS | 2out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clere's School Butts Lane , SS17 0NW | 3out of 4 | 2,702 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 5,065 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 5,098 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corringham Cafe | 51 St Johns Way, Corringham | 263 yd | |
| Bikash Restaurant | 25 And 29, St Johns Way | 263 yd | |
| Mamas Cabin | 20 St Johns Way, Corringham | 325 yd | |
| The Fat Pizza/The Fat Burger And Deseserts/Selekt Chicken | Selekt Chicken, 24 St Johns Way | 334 yd | |
| Selekt Chicken | Barnardo's, 24 St Johns Way | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Springhouse | Springhouse Road, Corringham | 181 yd | |
| Corringham Social Club | 1 Lampits Hill, Corringham | 836 yd | |
| East Thurrock United Football Club | East Thurrock Football Club, Rookery Hill | 994 yd | |
| The Bull Inn | Bull Inn, Church Road | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish 'N' Chix | 21 St Johns Way, Corringham | 263 yd | |
| Fishnchickn / Serial Grill | Fish N Chicken, 12 Grover Walk | 305 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 13 Grover Walk, Corringham | 353 yd | |
| Greggs Bakeries | Greggs, 19 Grover Walk | 353 yd | |
| Artemis | 11 Lampits Hill, Corringham | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 41 St Johns Way, Corringham | 263 yd | |
| Morrisons | 89 St Johns Way, Corringham | 356 yd | |
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, The Sorrells | 671 yd | |
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 33 - 37 Gardner Avenue | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Springhouse Springhouse Road | grass pitches | 231 yd |
| Oasis Women GROVER WALK | health and fitness suite | 344 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Corringham) SPRINGHOUSE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 486 yd |
| Old Hall Farm CORRINGHAM ATHLETIC SPORTS GROUND CORRINGHAM ATHLETIC SPORTS GROUND THE MANORWAY | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| Giffards Primary School QUEEN ELIZABETH DRIVE | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Abbots Hall Primary Academy ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS DRIVE | grass pitches | 848 yd |
| East Thurrock Utd Fc ROOKERY HILL | grass pitches | 908 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 181.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.