Daws Heath Road is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 7QH 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 Daws Heath Road, Rayleigh, SS6 7QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 7QJ, SS6 7RE, SS6 7QE, SS6 7JJ, SS6 7QQ, SS6 7QR, SS6 7JP, SS6 7QL, SS6 7JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS6 7QH has a female population much higher than UK average, with 60.7% 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 | 57.8% | 60.7% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 9.7% |
| Male | 42.2% | 39.3% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -9.7% |
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 | 26.5% | 33.1% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.5% | 33.1% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 16.6% | 7.8% | 9.1% | 7.5% |
| Widowed | 24.3% | 16.6% | -7.7% | 6.1% | 10.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.2% | 34.4% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -14.0% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 34.9% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 24.1% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 11.4% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around SS6 7QH this area, 38.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 | 39.2% | 38.2% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 20.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 6.7% | -11.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 14.5% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 11.5% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 18.8% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.1% | 93.4% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 94.7% | 90.8% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 90.3% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 7.1% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Daws Heath Road was 462.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 1258.3% higher than the Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Daws Heath Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Lodge and the 4th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Daws Heath Road, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2022-10-31 | £485,975 |
| 20 Daws Heath Road, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £246,666 | 2022-06-20 | £257,878 |
| 22 Daws Heath Road, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-06-20 | £365,909 |
| 24 Daws Heath Road, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-06-20 | £365,909 |
| Heath House, 2 Daws Heath Road, Rayleigh, Essex Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2019-03-14 | £68,588 |
SS6 7QH 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 7QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 377 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Francis Primary School Uplands Park Road , SS6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyburns Primary School Nevern Road , SS6 7PE | 3out of 4 | 1,333 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Wood Primary School Grove Road , SS6 8UA | 4out of 4 | 1,908 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 | 1,059 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 3,342 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 4,614 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 | 3,008 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,144 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 2,272 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 4,479 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Michael's School 198 Hadleigh Road , Leigh on Sea SS9 2LP | - not rated | 5,110 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 5,142 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Methodist Breakfast Club | Rayleigh Methodist Church, 78 Eastwood Road | 239 yd | |
| Poundland | 12 - 24 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 280 yd | |
| Saffron Tandoori | 32 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 283 yd | |
| Marcos Bar | 30 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 283 yd | |
| Gourmet Peri Peri | 8 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 283 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Yard Barista Bar | 2E Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 367 yd | |
| The Roebuck | 138 High Street, Rayleigh | 431 yd | |
| Rayleigh Lanes Snooker | 89 High Street, Rayleigh | 442 yd | |
| Spread Eagle | 93 High Street, Rayleigh | 442 yd | |
| Paul Pry | 14 High Road, Rayleigh | 521 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Oriental | 50 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 165 yd | |
| Fish And Shish | 85 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 178 yd | |
| Fish And Shish Ltd | 85 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 178 yd | |
| Ali Baba's Kebabs | 45 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 303 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 41 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks \& Spencer Simply Foods | 12 - 24 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 280 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Food | 145 - 153 High Street, Rayleigh | 371 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Ltd, 21 Stadium Way | 1,040 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Titans Health & Fitness 22E 22E EASTWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 245 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD BULL LANE | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Rayleigh Lawn Tennis Club COURTSIDE COURTSIDE WATCHFIELD LANE | tennis courts | 547 yd |
| Stack House Gym BROOK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 626 yd |
| Warehouse Centre (Closed) Brook Road | health and fitness suite | 644 yd |
| Hollytree Gardens HOLLY TREE GARDENS | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Fitzwimarc School HOCKLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,064 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 | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.