Rettendon Close is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 9SL 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 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rettendon Close, Rayleigh, SS6 9SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 9SQ, SS6 9HA, SS6 9HE, SS6 9SD, SS6 9SG, SS6 9ER, SS6 9SB, SS6 9HF, SS6 9EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS6 9SL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 49.9% | 52.9% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 50.1% | 47.1% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SS6 9SL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.4% | 47.3% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.9% | 34.5% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 4% | 4.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49% | 42.4% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 35.9% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 14.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 26.1% | 3.3% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.6% | 11.9% | -7.7% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 11.5% | -9.2% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.7% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 20.7% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4% | 3.4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 92.9% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 98.3% | 93.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.7% | 37.2% | 23.5% |
| Christian | 33.7% | 46.2% | -12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rettendon Close was 27.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.2% lower than the Downhall and Rawreth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rettendon Close has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Downhall and Rawreth and the 115th lowest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Rettendon Close, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-09-01 | £354,632 |
| 11 Rettendon Close, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £418,000 | 2022-12-08 | £402,549 |
| 30 Rettendon Close, Rayleigh, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-08-18 | £407,084 |
| 15 Rettendon Close, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-06-25 | £355,619 |
| 22 Rettendon Close, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-09-17 | £353,356 |
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 436 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 1,030 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 | 1,447 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Down Hall Primary School Brooklyn Drive , SS6 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,080 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 1,997 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamps High School Beauchamps Drive , SS11 8LY | 4out of 4 | 4,215 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 4,219 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 | 3,540 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 | 713 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,844 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 3,559 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 | 520 yd | |
| Slimming World | 15 Peregrine Gardens, Rayleigh | 550 yd | |
| Lower Barn Farm Cafe | Lower Barn, London Road | 852 yd | |
| House On The Hill | Great Wheatley Farm, Great Wheatley Road | 932 yd | |
| The Brilliant Coffee Co | Rayleigh Railway Station Station Approach, Station Road | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Community Centre | Rayleigh Grange Commuity Centre, Little Wheatley Chase | 507 yd | |
| Rayleigh Town Sports And Social Club | Rayleigh Sports And Social Club, London Road | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Chef | 217 London Road, Rayleigh | 520 yd | |
| Ngl's Fnest Fsh & Chips | 99C London Road, Rayleigh | 676 yd | |
| The Laughing Pear Limited | Lower Barn Farm, London Road | 852 yd | |
| Station Grill | Unit 3 Station Approach, Station Road | 969 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| John Fisher Playing Field LITTLE WHEATLEY CHASE | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Our Lady Ransom Catholic Primary School LITTLE WHEATLEY CHASE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 557 yd |
| Rayleigh Town Sports And Social Club London Road | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Sweyne Park School SIR WALTER RALEIGH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 999 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.