Eastcheap is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 9JZ 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 Eastcheap, Rayleigh, SS6 9JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 9JY, SS6 9LE, SS6 9LD, SS6 9LA, SS6 9JU, SS6 9JL, SS6 9JX, SS6 9LF, SS6 9TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS6 9JZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.5% | 50% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 9JZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% 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 | 15.2% | 25.1% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.5% | 61.5% | -11.0% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 4.7% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.5% | 52.8% | -3.7% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 26.5% | 35.1% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 11% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 17.8% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 13.8% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 16.5% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 7.1% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 18.5% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 21.2% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 5.1% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.9% | 93.8% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
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 | 97.1% | 96.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 97.1% | 96.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastcheap was 5.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.5% lower than the Downhall and Rawreth average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Eastcheap has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Downhall and Rawreth and the 14th lowest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12A Eastcheap, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2022-09-30 | £580,761 |
| 26 Eastcheap, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2022-09-08 | £507,897 |
| 2 Eastcheap, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £332,400 | 2021-06-30 | £370,356 |
| 18 Eastcheap, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2019-11-07 | £432,957 |
| 16 Eastcheap, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2019-10-11 | £418,169 |
SS6 9JZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Down Hall Primary School Brooklyn Drive , SS6 9LW | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 506 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Francis Primary School Uplands Park Road , SS6 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 906 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Rawreth Priory Chase , SS6 9NE | 3out of 4 | 920 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 1,301 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 | 301 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,417 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 4,880 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greensward Academy Greensward Lane , SS5 5HG | 3out of 4 | 4,912 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,345 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 | 1,231 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,521 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 4,910 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Joy | Down Hall Road, Rayleigh | 400 yd | |
| Bight | 9 London Road, Rayleigh | 510 yd | |
| Cafe No. 11 | 11 London Road, Rayleigh | 510 yd | |
| Royal British Legion (Rayleigh) Ltd | 2 London Hill, Rayleigh | 751 yd | |
| The Brilliant Coffee Co | Rayleigh Railway Station Station Approach, Station Road | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion (Bar) | 2 London Hill, Rayleigh | 751 yd | |
| Rayleigh Conservative Club - Bar | 7 London Hill, Rayleigh | 779 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 5 High Street, Rayleigh | 1,006 yd | |
| The Half Moon | 5 High Street, Rayleigh | 1,006 yd | |
| The Pink Toothbrush | 23 High Street, Rayleigh | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Palace | 7 London Road, Rayleigh | 510 yd | |
| Spice Hut | 59 Hullbridge Road, Rayleigh | 696 yd | |
| Ngl's Fnest Fsh & Chips | 99C London Road, Rayleigh | 705 yd | |
| Station Grill | Unit 3 Station Approach, Station Road | 807 yd | |
| Yongs | 6 Hambro Parade, Rayleigh | 829 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sweyne Park School SIR WALTER RALEIGH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 422 yd |
| Downhall County Primary School BROOKLYN DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 434 yd |
| Fitzwimarc School HOCKLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 862 yd |
| Rayleigh Leisure Centre PRIORY CHASE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 972 yd |
| St Nicholas Church Of England (Vc) Primary School PRIORY CHASE | grass pitches | 1,046 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 | 9.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 9.5% |
| 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 | 68.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.