Station Road is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 7HL 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 Station Road, Rayleigh, SS6 7HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 7HS, SS6 9FA, SS6 7HT, SS6 9AA, SS6 7BP, SS6 7HX, SS6 7HU, SS6 7FR, SS6 9HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS6 7HL 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 Station Road 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.
Station Road 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2025-09-19 | £505,000 |
| 18 Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2022-09-02 | £539,876 |
| 28 Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-06-20 | £346,855 |
| 32 Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2021-06-28 | £586,528 |
| 18A Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-04-15 | £528,817 |
SS6 7HL 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 7HL 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 251 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 628 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Francis Primary School Uplands Park Road , SS6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 907 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Down Hall Primary School Brooklyn Drive , SS6 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School Little Wheatley Chase , SS6 9EH | 3out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 641 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 894 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 2,720 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 4,177 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 4,855 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 | 3,643 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 | 1,360 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,814 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 4,433 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brilliant Coffee Co | Rayleigh Railway Station Station Approach, Station Road | 157 yd | |
| The Rayleigh Grind | Rayleigh Railway Station, Station Approach | 157 yd | |
| Bight | 9 London Road, Rayleigh | 202 yd | |
| Cafe No. 11 | 11 London Road, Rayleigh | 202 yd | |
| Travellers Joy | Down Hall Road, Rayleigh | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Conservative Club - Bar | 7 London Hill, Rayleigh | 300 yd | |
| Royal British Legion (Bar) | 2 London Hill, Rayleigh | 331 yd | |
| The Pink Toothbrush | 23 High Street, Rayleigh | 503 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 5 High Street, Rayleigh | 518 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 5 High Street, Rayleigh | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Grill | Unit 3 Station Approach, Station Road | 159 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 7 London Road, Rayleigh | 202 yd | |
| Subway | 52 High Street, Rayleigh | 457 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken & Ribs | 54 High Street, Rayleigh | 457 yd | |
| Zest | 2 Berrys Arcade, High Street | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Food | 145 - 153 High Street, Rayleigh | 648 yd | |
| Marks \& Spencer Simply Foods | 12 - 24 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 706 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Fields KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD BULL LANE | grass pitches | 729 yd |
| Sweyne Park School SIR WALTER RALEIGH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 735 yd |
| Titans Health & Fitness 22E 22E EASTWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 740 yd |
| Fitzwimarc School HOCKLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 770 yd |
| Rayleigh Lawn Tennis Club COURTSIDE COURTSIDE WATCHFIELD LANE | tennis courts | 1,085 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 39 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.21 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.