Postcode Analysis Thurrock, East of England

PADDOCK CLOSE, RM16 3DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PADDOCK CLOSE, RM16 3DL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

204

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 57,200 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: RM16 3DL 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RM16 3DL combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£675k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RM16 3DL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Paddock Close, 0.2km from Orsett in Orsett. Administratively it sits within Orsett ward and the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency.

For serious buyers, RM16 3DL is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k.

Census 2021 statistics for RM16 3DL are sourced from Output Area E00175304 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM16 3DL. The average age is 51.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 655,000

2 sales · Mean £ 655,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

RM16 3DL has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime17
Violence and sexual offences12
Burglary8
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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Orsett Church of England Primary School

Good202 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • St Margaret's Church0.1 km
  • Orsett Stores0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Orsett Hall Hotel0.5 km
  • The Whitmore Arms0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Foxhound PH0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bombers Cafe0.8 km
  • Oasis Cafe0.2 km
  • Orsett Hospital Cafe0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stanford-Le-Hope3.7 km
  • East Tilbury4.1 km
  • Grays5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • School Lane0.1 km
  • Rectory Road Penn Close0.2 km
  • School Lane0.2 km
  • Hospital High Road0.2 km
  • Hospital0.2 km