Uplands Park Road is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 8AY is located in the Trinity 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 Uplands Park Road, Rayleigh, SS6 8AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 8EF, SS6 8AL, SS6 8FE, SS6 8AH, SS6 8EW, SS6 8BG, SS6 8AQ, SS6 8FH, SS6 8EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS6 8AY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.5% 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 | 56% | 57.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 6.5% |
| Male | 44% | 42.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -6.5% |
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 | 22.2% | 27.3% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 39.3% | -20.4% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 10.7% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 20.5% | 10.8% | 6.1% | 14.4% |
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 (69.6%) 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 | 45.9% | 40.9% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 28.7% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 18.7% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 9.7% | 5.8% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 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 8AY this area, 35.2% 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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.9% | 35.2% | 9.3% | 18.2% | 17.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 8.4% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 12.3% | -10.4% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 14.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 21.3% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.2% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97.7% | 96.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Uplands Park Road was 37.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.2% lower than the Downhall and Rawreth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Uplands Park Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Downhall and Rawreth and the 116th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Uplands Park Court Uplands Park Road, Rayleigh, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2023-12-20 | £219,402 |
| 11 Uplands Park Court Uplands Park Road, Rayleigh, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-11-16 | £233,179 |
| 9 Uplands Park Court Uplands Park Road, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-09-30 | £237,536 |
| 11 Uplands Park Court Uplands Park Road, Rayleigh, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2019-04-15 | £211,277 |
| 4 Uplands Park Court Uplands Park Road, Rayleigh, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-01-04 | £226,681 |
SS6 8AY 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.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Other | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edward Francis Primary School Uplands Park Road , SS6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 161 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Down Hall Primary School Brooklyn Drive , SS6 9LW | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 902 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Rawreth Priory Chase , SS6 9NE | 3out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greensward Academy Greensward Lane , SS5 5HG | 3out of 4 | 4,403 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 4,633 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 | 4,278 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 | 1,964 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,419 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 5,310 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 5,393 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrintons | 12 - 16 Hockley Road, Rayleigh | 495 yd | |
| The Taste Experience Ltd | 12 - 16 Hockley Road, Rayleigh | 495 yd | |
| Breakfast@Trinity | Holy Trinity Church Hall, Rectory Garth | 498 yd | |
| Brew & Natter Community Cafe | Holy Trinity Church Hall, Rectory Garth | 498 yd | |
| Royal British Legion (Rayleigh) Ltd | 2 London Hill, Rayleigh | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion (Bar) | 2 London Hill, Rayleigh | 607 yd | |
| Rayleigh Conservative Club - Bar | 7 London Hill, Rayleigh | 659 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 5 High Street, Rayleigh | 700 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 5 High Street, Rayleigh | 700 yd | |
| The Pink Toothbrush | 23 High Street, Rayleigh | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zest | 2 Berrys Arcade, High Street | 724 yd | |
| Bangol Spice | 2 Berrys Arcade, High Street | 724 yd | |
| Golden Bagel Rayleigh | 4 Berrys Arcade, High Street | 724 yd | |
| The Rayleigh Kebab House | 26 High Street, Rayleigh | 768 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 20 High Street, Rayleigh | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks \& Spencer Simply Foods | 12 - 24 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitzwimarc School HOCKLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 235 yd |
| Fairview Playing Field HAMILTON MEWS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 420 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD BULL LANE | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Downhall County Primary School BROOKLYN DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 949 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.