Copford Avenue is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 8RL is located in the Lodge 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 Copford Avenue, Rayleigh, SS6 8RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 8RN, SS6 8RJ, SS6 8RA, SS6 8RW, SS6 8RB, SS6 8RH, SS6 8TQ, SS6 8YA, SS6 8TN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS6 8RL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents 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 | 48.8% | 54.4% | 5.6% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 51.2% | 45.6% | -5.6% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 SS6 8RL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 24.7% | 22.7% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 60.1% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 44.4% | 45% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 31.6% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 17.8% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.7% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around SS6 8RL this area, 29.6% 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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 29.6% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 12.4% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 13.5% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 10.9% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 15.7% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 15% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.3% | 93.8% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 93.8% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Copford Avenue was 35.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.1% higher than the Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Copford Avenue has the 21st highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Lodge and the 120th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Copford Avenue, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2025-02-07 | £436,355 |
| 30 Copford Avenue, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £332,500 | 2024-05-24 | £348,746 |
| 41 Copford Avenue, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-05-12 | £405,882 |
| 14 Copford Avenue, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-01-27 | £347,760 |
| 41 Copford Avenue, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-05-28 | £373,716 |
SS6 8RL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 8RL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Wood Primary School Grove Road , SS6 8UA | 4out of 4 | 644 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyburns Primary School Nevern Road , SS6 7PE | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Francis Primary School Uplands Park Road , SS6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 2,009 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,096 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 2,277 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 2,615 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 3,980 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastwood Academy Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UU | 4out of 4 | 4,051 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 | 3,974 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 | 3,138 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 3,169 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 4,082 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | 4out of 4 | 4,293 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Michael's School 198 Hadleigh Road , Leigh on Sea SS9 2LP | - not rated | 4,694 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresco | 82 The Chase, Rayleigh | 139 yd | |
| Fred's Coffee Shop | 347 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 859 yd | |
| The Pavillion Snack Bar | The Pavilion, Bull Lane | 1,015 yd | |
| Rayleigh Methodist Breakfast Club | Rayleigh Methodist Church, 78 Eastwood Road | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Lodge | The Chase, Rayleigh | 139 yd | |
| Tinks Tipsy Tavern | Stevens Farm, Bull Lane | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris' Fish, Chicken And Ribs | 81 Grove Road, Rayleigh | 116 yd | |
| Phoenix Takeaway | 79 Grove Road, Rayleigh | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | 239 - 241 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh | 631 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grove Wood Primary School GROVE ROAD | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Grove Road Playing Field GROVE COURT | grass pitches | 655 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.