Branksome Avenue is in Stanford-Le-Hope and in Thurrock district. SS17 8BD is located in the The Homesteads 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 Branksome Avenue, Stanford-le-hope, SS17 8BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS17 8BB, SS17 8DT, SS17 8BG, SS17 8AU, SS17 8BE, SS17 8BQ, SS17 8DU, SS17 8DS, SS17 8AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS17 8BD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 8BD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 20.5% | 29.1% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.9% | 56.5% | -9.4% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7.2% | 1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45% | 47.9% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 41% | 33.6% | -7.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 14.3% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 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.
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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 19.4% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 14% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 20.9% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 19.4% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 16.5% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.4% | 97% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.4% | 95.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Branksome Avenue was 3.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.9% lower than the Stanford East and Corringham Town average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Branksome Avenue has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Stanford East and Corringham Town and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Branksome Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2025-04-08 | £460,000 |
| 50 Branksome Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £422,000 | 2024-07-08 | £430,361 |
| 34 Branksome Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £417,000 | 2023-01-27 | £407,826 |
| 49 Branksome Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-07-15 | £369,534 |
| 34 Branksome Avenue, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2020-06-01 | £432,167 |
SS17 8BD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Bugler Primary School St James Avenue East , SS17 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbots Hall Primary School Abbotts Drive , SS17 7BW | 3out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Scratton Road , SS17 0PA | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graham James Primary Academy The Sorrells , Corringham SS17 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Giffards Primary School Queen Elizabeth Drive , Corringham SS17 7TG | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,209 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Gable Hall School Southend Road , Corringham SS17 8JT | 2out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clere's School Butts Lane , SS17 0NW | 3out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 5,027 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 | 4,295 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homesteads Pre-School | Abbotts Hall Primary Academy, Abbotts Drive | 875 yd | |
| Cafe@Hardie Park | Hardie Park Community Development Centre, Recreation Ground | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 33 - 37 Gardner Avenue | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbots Hall Primary Academy ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS DRIVE | grass pitches | 811 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School SCRATTON ROAD | 1,091 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 223.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.