RM16 2DG is a sought-after residential area on Sawcotts Way, 0.5km from Little Thurrock in Grays. Administratively it sits within Little Thurrock Blackshots ward and the Thurrock constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM16, RM16 2DG offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 28) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Thurrock.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM16 2DG are sourced from Output Area E00182410 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SAWCOTTS WAY, RM16 2DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAWCOTTS WAY, RM16 2DG.
522
28
£ 52,300 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM16 2DG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
RM16 2DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 28, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM16 2DG. The average age is 28.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Energetic but invested. You'll find a high concentration of young adults who own their homes, creating a stable but youthful environment.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
3 sales · Mean £ 326,666
Detached
£ 360,000
1 sales · Mean £ 360,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM16 2DG has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Woodside Academy
Treetops Free School
Treetops School
Little Thurrock Primary School
Deneholm Primary School
Chadwell St Mary Primary School
Orsett Heath Academy
The Gateway Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Bal Brothers0.8 km
- MFG Esso Daneholes0.6 km
- D Johnson And Sons Butchers0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- Thurrock Mini Market0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Oak At Sockets Heath0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Orchard Garden Centre0.7 km
- Treetops Garden Cafe0.6 km
- Village Indiya0.8 km
- Cafe Lodge0.9 km
- Hannah's Bakeries0.9 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Food0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Agra Tandori0.9 km
- Eggfree Cakes Box0.9 km
- Grays Xpress0.9 km
- Hing Long Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Munchkings Fish And Chips0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Grays2.4 km
- Tilbury Town2.7 km
- Tilbury3.0 km
Bus Stops
- King Edward Drive0.1 km
- Wood View0.2 km
- Grangewood Avenue0.2 km
- Grangewood Avenue0.2 km
- Grangewood Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RM162DG · Data under Open Government Licence