Langham Drive is in Rayleigh and in Rochford district. SS6 9TL 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 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Langham Drive, Rayleigh, SS6 9TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS6 9TF, SS6 9TE, SS6 9TG, SS6 9TH, SS6 9TD, SS6 9TJ, SS6 9TB, SS6 9TQ, SS6 9TA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS6 9TL 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 | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.2% | 37.6% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 44.2% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 13.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 (87.4%) 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 | 57.2% | 59.2% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 10.8% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 28.2% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.7% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.3% | 12.3% | 8.0% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.8% | 15.9% | -8.9% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 17.6% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21.4% | 17.2% | -4.2% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 28.2% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.3% | 92.4% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 97.2% | 95.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Langham Drive was 14.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.7% lower than the Downhall and Rawreth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Langham Drive has the 11th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Downhall and Rawreth and the 50th lowest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133 Langham Drive, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2025-07-18 | £612,448 |
| Bel Air, 131 Langham Drive, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-12-02 | £302,529 |
| 129 Langham Drive, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2022-02-18 | £285,876 |
| 135 Langham Drive, Rayleigh, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £463,500 | 2021-02-01 | £532,808 |
| 129 Langham Drive, Rayleigh, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2019-06-28 | £275,958 |
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 439 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Primary School Creswick Avenue , SS6 9HG | 3out of 4 | 1,411 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 | 1,657 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayleigh Primary School Love Lane , SS6 7DD | 4out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Down Hall Primary School Brooklyn Drive , SS6 9LW | 3out of 4 | 2,111 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 | 1,429 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 2,380 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,189 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauchamps High School Beauchamps Drive , SS11 8LY | 4out of 4 | 3,916 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 4,012 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 | 3,545 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 | 819 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,916 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 3,261 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 | 676 yd | |
| Lower Barn Farm Cafe | Lower Barn, London Road | 747 yd | |
| Brookside Cafe | London Road, Rayleigh | 882 yd | |
| Coffee Waffle Cabin | Wheatley Farm Nursery, London Road | 882 yd | |
| Water Lilly Coffee Shop | Swallow Aquatics, London Road | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Community Centre | Rayleigh Grange Commuity Centre, Little Wheatley Chase | 479 yd | |
| Rayleigh Town Sports And Social Club | Rayleigh Sports And Social Club, London Road | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Chef | 217 London Road, Rayleigh | 676 yd | |
| The Laughing Pear Limited | Lower Barn Farm, London Road | 747 yd | |
| Ngl's Fnest Fsh & Chips | 99C London Road, Rayleigh | 1,024 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| John Fisher Playing Field LITTLE WHEATLEY CHASE | grass pitches | 289 yd |
| Our Lady Ransom Catholic Primary School LITTLE WHEATLEY CHASE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 463 yd |
| Rayleigh Town Sports And Social Club London Road | grass pitches | 812 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.