London Road is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 9DL is located in the Sweyne Park and Grange 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 London Road, Rayleigh, SS6 9DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 9ED, SS6 9DU, SS6 9DQ, SS6 9DT, SS6 9AU, SS6 9DG, SS6 9ST, SS6 9DX, SS6 9DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS6 9DL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 49.5% | 54% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 50.5% | 46% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 21.2% | 24.1% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 49.8% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 12.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 12.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.2% | 50.2% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 34% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 11.3% | -5.3% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 21.6% | -16.0% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 13.7% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 19.2% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 16.9% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 19.2% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98% | 95.8% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.7% | 97.4% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road was 15.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.7% lower than the Downhall and Rawreth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
London Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Downhall and Rawreth and the 55th lowest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 169 London Road, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-07-29 | £486,672 |
| 183 London Road, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £347,000 | 2020-05-28 | £401,440 |
| 163 London Road, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-02-13 | £323,191 |
| 147 London Road, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2018-08-17 | £364,466 |
| 175 London Road, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2017-10-20 | £371,000 |
SS6 9DL 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 9DL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School Little Wheatley Chase , SS6 9EH | 3out of 4 | 440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 841 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Rawreth Priory Chase , SS6 9NE | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Down Hall Primary School Brooklyn Drive , SS6 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 1,549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamps High School Beauchamps Drive , SS11 8LY | 4out of 4 | 4,172 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 4,732 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 | 4,009 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 | 345 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,278 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 4,035 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver City | 217 London Road, Rayleigh | 207 yd | |
| Slimming World | 15 Peregrine Gardens, Rayleigh | 598 yd | |
| Grub's Up | Makro, Rawreth Industrial Estate | 696 yd | |
| Lower Barn Farm Cafe | Lower Barn, London Road | 721 yd | |
| Bight | 9 London Road, Rayleigh | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Town Sports And Social Club | Rayleigh Sports And Social Club, London Road | 125 yd | |
| Grange Community Centre | Rayleigh Grange Commuity Centre, Little Wheatley Chase | 476 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Chef | 217 London Road, Rayleigh | 207 yd | |
| Ngl's Fnest Fsh & Chips | 99C London Road, Rayleigh | 348 yd | |
| The Laughing Pear Limited | Lower Barn Farm, London Road | 721 yd | |
| Grub And Go | Unit 7 Westfield Close, Rawreth Industrial Estate | 790 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 7 London Road, Rayleigh | 934 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rayleigh Town Sports And Social Club London Road | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Our Lady Ransom Catholic Primary School LITTLE WHEATLEY CHASE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 565 yd |
| Sweyne Park School SIR WALTER RALEIGH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 586 yd |
| John Fisher Playing Field LITTLE WHEATLEY CHASE | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| St Nicholas Church Of England (Vc) Primary School PRIORY CHASE | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Rayleigh Leisure Centre PRIORY CHASE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,045 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 | 17.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 17.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 17.6% |
| 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 | 75.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.