The Knoll is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 7HD is located in the Wheatley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rayleigh and Wickford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Knoll, Rayleigh, SS6 7HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 7HA, SS6 7HY, SS6 7EA, SS6 7HF, SS6 7HN, SS6 7HZ, SS6 7ED, SS6 7BY, SS6 7EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS6 7HD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 59.1% | 56.5% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 40.9% | 43.5% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
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 | 26.1% | 27.1% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 45.1% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.8% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 21.6% | 18.4% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 12.3% |
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 | 45.9% | 42.6% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 36.2% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 15.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 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.
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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 23.4% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 13.3% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 16.4% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 21.9% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.8% | 94.3% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 97.9% | 91.6% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 91.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Knoll was 81.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 139.4% higher than the Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Knoll has the 9th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Lodge and the 44th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Knoll, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £890,000 | 2023-07-13 | £908,956 |
| 5 The Knoll, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £980,000 | 2023-02-27 | £949,313 |
| 4 The Knoll, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £785,000 | 2019-01-04 | £875,366 |
| 1 The Knoll, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2018-02-09 | £527,240 |
| 1 The Knoll, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £382,500 | 2015-07-23 | £547,400 |
SS6 7HD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SS6 7HD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 291 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Francis Primary School Uplands Park Road , SS6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Down Hall Primary School Brooklyn Drive , SS6 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School Little Wheatley Chase , SS6 9EH | 3out of 4 | 1,691 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 788 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 2,411 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 3,881 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 4,785 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USP College Runnymede Chase , SS7 1TW | - not rated | 3,420 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 1,707 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,572 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 4,469 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Fish Restaurant | 70 High Street, Rayleigh | 101 yd | |
| Star Cafe | 74 High Street, Rayleigh | 101 yd | |
| Star Cafe Pie \& Mash | 74 High Street, Rayleigh | 101 yd | |
| Fusion Lifestyle | Mill Hall, Bellingham Lane | 173 yd | |
| Riva Restaurant | 28 High Street, Rayleigh | 174 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Lanes Snooker | 89 High Street, Rayleigh | 181 yd | |
| Spread Eagle | 93 High Street, Rayleigh | 181 yd | |
| The Pink Toothbrush | 23 High Street, Rayleigh | 192 yd | |
| The Yard Barista Bar | 2E Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 259 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 5 High Street, Rayleigh | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 52 High Street, Rayleigh | 101 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken & Ribs | 54 High Street, Rayleigh | 101 yd | |
| The Rayleigh Kebab House | 26 High Street, Rayleigh | 174 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 20 High Street, Rayleigh | 174 yd | |
| Zest | 2 Berrys Arcade, High Street | 207 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Food | 145 - 153 High Street, Rayleigh | 318 yd | |
| Marks \& Spencer Simply Foods | 12 - 24 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 340 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Titans Health & Fitness 22E 22E EASTWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 377 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD BULL LANE | grass pitches | 382 yd |
| Fitzwimarc School HOCKLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 710 yd |
| Rayleigh Lawn Tennis Club COURTSIDE COURTSIDE WATCHFIELD LANE | tennis courts | 821 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.