RM18 7BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sexton Road, 0.3km from Tilbury in Tilbury. Administratively it sits within Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park ward and the Thurrock constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, RM18 7BA is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Thurrock.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £351k. 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 7BA are sourced from Output Area E00080917 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SEXTON ROAD, RM18 7BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SEXTON ROAD, RM18 7BA.
373
36
£ 40,000 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM18 7BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 55% social renting, RM18 7BA is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 36-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 7BA. The average age is 36.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 351,500
2 sales · Mean £ 351,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RM18 7BA is moderate at 77 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. 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
Tilbury Pioneer Academy
The Gateway Academy
The Gateway Primary Free School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Asda Cafe1.0 km
- Angel Desserts0.6 km
- The Dock Cafe And Restaurant0.4 km
- Zaara Tandoori0.4 km
- Orchid Garden0.4 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores1.0 km
- Co-op Food0.6 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Sticks, Bowls And Rolls1.0 km
- Canton Chef0.7 km
- Munchies0.6 km
- Tasty African Food0.4 km
- Tilbury Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Chapharm0.7 km
- Eatwell Stores0.7 km
- Moylers0.6 km
- Nehoiu0.4 km
- Peters Poundshop Plus0.7 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Scruttons Maltby Sports And Social Club0.3 km
- Tilbury Football Club0.7 km
- Thurrock Irish Association0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tilbury Town0.4 km
- Tilbury0.6 km
- Tilbury Riverside1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Amazon0.4 km
- Railway Station0.4 km
- Tilbury Town Rail Station0.4 km
- Tilbury Town Rail Station0.4 km
- Railway Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RM187BA · Data under Open Government Licence