RM18 7AN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Tilbury in Tilbury. Administratively it sits within Tilbury St Chads ward and the Thurrock constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, RM18 7AN is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Thurrock.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 85 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for RM18 7AN are sourced from Output Area E00182435 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RM18 7AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RM18 7AN.
233
33
£ 40,000 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM18 7AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.
Area Character
RM18 7AN has a significant social housing presence — 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 33-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM18 7AN. The average age is 32.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RM18 7AN is moderate at 85 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Olive AP Academy - Thurrock
Lansdowne Primary Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
The Gateway Primary Free School
The Gateway Academy
Tilbury Pioneer Academy
Thameside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Tilbury Football Club0.8 km
- Thurrock Irish Association0.8 km
- Scruttons Maltby Sports And Social Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Queens Fish Bar0.8 km
- The Dock Cafe And Restaurant0.8 km
- Zaara Tandoori0.8 km
- Asda Cafe0.6 km
- Coombs Catering T/A The Lock And Key0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Stallions0.8 km
- Canton Chef0.8 km
- Munchies0.8 km
- Tasty African Food0.8 km
- Sticks, Bowls And Rolls0.6 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Nehoiu0.8 km
- St Chads Convenience0.8 km
- Dock Pharmacy0.8 km
- Elliotts Convenience Store0.7 km
- Tilbury Wines0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Stores0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tilbury Town0.8 km
- Tilbury1.1 km
- Tilbury Riverside2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Amazon0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RM187AN · Data under Open Government Licence