Thurrock Ward Profiles (Updated December 2013 V2)

Thurrock Ward Profiles (Updated December 2013 v2)

The Orsett Homesteads Stanford E Corringham & Ockendon & Corringham Fobbing Town

Stanford Le Hope West Belhus Aveley & Stifford Clays Uplands Chafford & L. Thurrock North Stifford Blackshots South Grays Little Chadwell St Thurrock Mary Chafford Thurrock East Tilbury Rectory West Thurrock & Grays South Stifford Riverside Tilbury St Chads

Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park

Thurrock Ward Profiles Page Number Introducing Thurrock 3

Summary Facts about Thurrock 4

Demographic Range within the borough 6

Ward Profile summary (alphabetical order) Aveley and Uplands 7 Belhus 8 Chadwell St Mary 9 Chafford and North Stifford 10 Corringham and Fobbing 11 East Tilbury 12 Grays Riverside 13 Grays Thurrock 14 Little Thurrock Blackshots 15 Little Thurrock Rectory 16 Ockendon 17 Orsett 18 South Chafford 19 Stanford East and Corringham Town 20 Stanford-le-Hope West 21 Stifford Clays 22 The Homesteads 23 Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park 24 Tilbury St Chads 25 West Thurrock and South Stifford 26

Data source 27

NB. The information in the document is based on snapshots in time and purely on statistical analysis and is subject to regular change as data is updated. Please be careful if using any of this data to draw conclusions on any particular area or issue. Individual statistics used alone without other contextual data can be misleading or incomplete. Please check with the council’s Research and Intelligence team for more information (0208 227 3424) 2

Introducing Thurrock

Thurrock’s character and personality has formed and evolved over centuries as agriculture, industry and the river have shaped the landscape, the make-up of its people and the quality of life.

The enduring characteristics of those who live or have lived and worked in the borough – enterprise, resilience, opportunism, adaptability – represent a strength of spirit. It is this spirit that will drive a new tone and a fresh relationship between the council and everyone it does business with and is captured in the vision and priorities for Thurrock:

“Thurrock: A place of opportunity, enterprise and excellence, where individuals, communities and businesses flourish”

1. Create a great place for learning and opportunity 2. Encourage and promote job creation and economic prosperity 3. Build pride, responsibility and respect to create safer communities 4. Improve health and well-being 5. Protect and promote our clean and green environment

With a population of 157,705 (2011 Census), Thurrock lies on the River Thames immediately to the east of London, and is home to some of the most exciting opportunities in the country. Thurrock hosts two international ports, London Gateway and Port of Tilbury, which are at the heart of global trade and logistics and is strategically positioned on the M25 and A13 corridors, with excellent transport links west into London, north and east into Essex and south into Kent.

There are many opportunities for growth and the current regeneration programme will once again change the landscape, with the expansion of the retail and leisure offer at Lakeside, the creation of the biggest container port in Europe at London Gateway, High House Production Park which hosts the Royal Opera House production facilities to name a few. All of these will bring new jobs and fresh opportunities for Thurrock’s communities.

How people feel about where they live, how they feel about their public services, how they feel about themselves will be central to creating a collective sense of identity and direction. One in which people aspire for themselves and for their families to do well in their education, are equipped to take on the new and different types of jobs available, have the best possible quality of life and are proud of where they live.

Thurrock Council will be changing and adapting to help achieve this, enabling and facilitating change, preparing its residents for the new opportunities, engaging and involving, more in tune and in touch with the needs of local residents, partners, businesses and its employees, aligning expectations and aspirations.

The current economic downturn provides an opportunity and a catalyst for operating differently and valuing the perspectives of everyone who has a stake in the future of the Borough.

Summary Facts about Thurrock

The facts and figures below are taken from the 2011 census. They give a flavour of Thurrock, its people and economy:

 our population is 157,705, an increase of 14,000 (10%) since 2001 [NB. The Office of National Statistics (ONS) has since released mid-year estimates for 2012 which suggest a further increase to 159,500]  the largest population increase among 40 to 49 and 60 to 64 age groups  there are 62,400 households, up by 3,915 (6.69%) in the last ten years  we have a young population compared to other parts of England and Wales  our average age is 36, the 8th youngest in the east of England  nearly three-quarters (74%) of the population is economically active  more than 2,500 (2.2%) working-age people are long-term unemployed  one in five employees work in wholesale, retail and motor vehicle repair  one in five employees work in construction, transport and storage  our increase in people with 'no religion' (8.5%) is higher than the national trend  French, Portuguese and Spanish are commonly spoken European languages Census 2011 - Population by Ward (all ages) 14000 12000 10000 8000 6000 4000 2000 0 Hope Hope - Orsett Belhus le - Uplands Ockendon Aveley and and Aveley Rectory West East Tilbury East Fobbing Blackshots Stifford Clays Stifford Chafford and and Chafford North Stifford North Little Thurrock Little Thurrock Little South Chafford South Grays Thurrock Grays Grays Riverside Grays Tilbury St St Chads Tilbury Corringham and and Corringham South Stifford South The Homesteads The Stanford Tilbury Riverside Tilbury Chadwell St St Mary Chadwell Stanford East and and East Stanford Corringham Town Corringham and Thurrock Park Thurrock and West Thurrock and Thurrockand West

The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. The table below shows how Thurrock's wards compare in terms of deprivation. The higher the rank (i.e. the lower the number), the more deprived the ward is in comparison to other 20 wards in Thurrock. [If viewing in colour red indicates more deprived and green indicates least deprived] Indices of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) - RANK Other comparators

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Rank Ward Total ectancy Total Living Crime Health poverty ince 2001 ince Income Income opulation Housing Average % House % s IMD Education Male Ownership P expectancy 2011 2011

Exp Households Meals (FSM) Meals Female child % Employ Environment Environment % Pop. change Pop. % % Free School School Free % % ObeseAdults % Tilbury St Chads 6177 4.7 2469 1 2 3 2 1 8 1 8 £30k 74 79 50.1 29.9 41 29 Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park 6878 11.3 3031 2 1 2 3 2 12 2 13 £31k 74 79 45.5 29.9 41 31 Belhus 9780 11.9 4201 3 3 1 1 4 5 4 10 £32k 76 81 56.9 30.2 27.1 21.7 West Thurrock and South Stifford 10478 34.2 4934 4 5 8 8 6 4 3 2 £39k 77 83 53.0 28.6 33.2 25.3 Chadwell St Mary 9865 2.3 4261 5 4 4 4 3 14 8 15 £32k 78 83 57.5 27.6 30.7 24.6 Ockendon 9680 7.7 4493 6 6 5 5 7 11 6 14 £35k 78 83 61.6 28.6 26.7 25.5 Aveley and Uplands 8912 6.1 4076 7 8 6 6 5 6 7 3 £35k 77 85 66.4 28.2 23.5 20.9 Grays Riverside 11695 25.3 5381 8 7 7 9 11 7 5 1 £41k 76 79 47.9 26.4 29.4 21 Grays Thurrock 9150 0 3863 9 10 10 10 10 15 9 4 £36k 77 80 63.7 27.5 17 16.2 Stanford East and Corringham Town 8607 -3.1 3891 10 9 9 11 8 13 17 16 £33k 79 84 68.7 29.7 17.5 17.1 Stifford Clays 6460 3.7 2735 11 11 11 7 14 20 14 12 £35k 79 82 71.5 27.8 15.4 13.8 East Tilbury 6364 -0.9 2722 12 12 13 13 12 10 16 5 £40k 79 80 76.3 29.3 18 14.8 Little Thurrock Blackshots 5770 -3.1 2550 13 13 12 12 13 18 12 11 £37k 79 81 81.8 28.1 14.7 11.3 Stanford-le-Hope West 6379 -4.0 2886 14 14 14 15 9 19 10 7 £38k 82 84 71.1 29.7 15.7 16.8 Corringham and Fobbing 5478 -4.2 2413 15 16 15 16 16 1 19 17 £38k 82 86 88.8 29.6 8.5 7.3 Little Thurrock Rectory 5955 0.15 2817 16 15 16 14 17 17 11 6 £40k 79 82 82.3 26.4 9.4 6.9 Orsett 6115 8.65 2553 17 17 18 17 18 2 13 9 £47k 80 83 84.2 25.6 6.1 5.2 The Homesteads 8507 -6.7 3536 18 19 17 19 15 9 20 18 £41k 81 85 89.5 29.7 13.2 7.3 Chafford and North Stifford 8071 43.3 3045 19 18 19 18 19 3 18 19 £58k 82 81 81.3 24.5 8.2 6.4 South Chafford 7384 148 3003 20 20 20 20 20 16 15 20 £63k 82 81 72.7 24.5 8.2 4

IMD Key: RANK (of 20, where 1 is most deprived)

Income: captures the proportions of the population experiencing income deprivation in an area Employment: people of working age who are involuntarily excluded from the world of work, either through unemployment. ill health or family circumstances Health: relatively high rates of premature death or whose quality of life is impaired by poor health or who are disabled, Education: two sub-domains: one relating to lack of attainment among children and young people and one relating to lack of qualifications in terms of skills. Housing: two sub-domains: ‘geographical barriers’ and ‘wider barriers’ which includes issues relating to access to housing such as affordability Crime: rate of recorded crime for four major crime themes – burglary, theft, criminal damage and violence - representing the occurrence of personal and material victimisation at a small area level Living Environment: two sub-domains: the ‘indoors’ living environment which measures the quality of housing and the ‘outdoors’ living environment which contains two measures about air quality and road traffic accidents.

Demographic range within the borough by characteristic

Characteristic Thurrock Lowest* Borough Highest* Borough Population 157,705 Corringham & Fobbing (5,478) Grays Riverside (11,695) % Population change 10.1% The Homesteads ( - 6.7%) South Chafford (148%) Number of households 62,400 Corringham & Fobbing (2,413) Grays Riverside (5,381) % Household ownership 66.7% Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park (45.5%) The Homesteads (89.5%) % of 0-14 year olds 20.4% Corringham & Fobbing (15.22%) South Chafford (27.26%) % of 15-64 year olds 66.9% Stanford East & Corringham Town (61.4%) Grays Riverside (72.09%) % of over 65 year olds 13.2% South Chafford (2.11%) Corringham & Fobbing (21.87%) % of BME residents 19.1% Corringham & Fobbing (3.9%) South Chafford (40.3%) Indices of Multiple-Deprivation n/a Tilbury St Chads (1) South Chafford (20) (IMD) Ranking Average household income (£) £39K Tilbury St Chads (£30K) South Chafford (£63K) Workless rate (May 2013) 11.11% South Chafford (4.0%) Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park (19.7%) (on key out of work benefits) (%) Employment Support Allowance/ 5.11% South Chafford (1.4%) Belhus (8.8%) Incapacity Benefit (%) (May 2013) Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) 3.4% Orsett (1.3%) Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park (6.5%) Claimant Rate (%) (Oct 2013) Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park / Chafford & North Stifford / South Chafford / Life expectancy at birth – Males 78.4 yrs Tilbury St Chads (73.9 yrs) Stanford le Hope West (81.8 yrs) Life expectancy at birth – Females 82.2 yrs Grays Riverside (79.3 yrs) Corringham & Fobbing (85.7 yrs) Chafford & North Stifford / % Obese Adults 28.1% Belhus (30.2%) South Chafford (24.5%) Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park / % Children living in poverty 21.3% Orsett (6.1%) Tilbury St Chads (41%) % of Free School Meals 17.4% South Chafford (4%) Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park (31%) % Good Level of Development in 53% East Tilbury (27.8%) Corringham and Fobbing (75%) Early Years Foundation Stage % attainment Level 4 in Reading, 71.9% West Thurrock (60%) The Homesteads (80.7%) Writing & Maths (Primary) % 5 A*-Cs at GCSE/equivalent inc. 59.1% Tilbury Riverside & Thurrock Park (43.8%) South Chafford (90.3%) English and Maths % Attendance (Primary) 95.1% East Tilbury (94.63%) South Chafford (96.57%) % Attendance (Secondary) 94.1% Tilbury St Chads (91.95%) South Chafford (96.55%)

* the categorisation of lowest and highest relates to the actual number not whether it is worse or better. ** source and definitions of indicator stated at the back of this document NB. The information in the document is based on snapshots in time and purely on statistical analysis and is subject to regular change as data is updated. Please be careful if using any of this data to draw conclusions on any particular area or issue. Individual statistics used alone without other contextual data can be misleading or incomplete. Please check with the council’s Research and Intelligence team for more information (0208 227 3424) 6

Aveley and Uplands ward profile summary

Aveley and Uplands ward is located in the west of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 8,912. Its population is estimated to have increased by 6.1% (509 residents) since 2001. Approximately 66.4% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (19.6 %) is marginally lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (66.8%) is marginally lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (13.6 %) is marginally higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (14.6%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Aveley and Uplands is ranked 7th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £35k, slightly lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Aveley and Uplands (12.4%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (6.3%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Aveley and Uplands was 3.2%. (Thurrock figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 77 years old living in Aveley and Uplands is ranked 15th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 85 years old is ranked 3rd.(The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Aveley and Uplands has a lower attainment rate in early years, primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Aveley and Uplands is higher than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (20.9%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Belhus ward profile summary

Belhus ward is located in the west of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 9,780. Its population is estimated to have increased by 11.9 % (1041 residents) since 2001. Approximately 56.9% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (22.5 %) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (66.3%) is marginally lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (11.2%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (18.7%) is slightly lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Belhus is ranked 3rd out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £32k, lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Belhus (18%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (8.8%) is the highest ward. Thurrock average is 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Belhus was 5.9%. (Thurrock figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 76 years old living in Belhus is ranked 17th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 81 years old is ranked 15th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old).

Education Belhus has higher attainment rate in early years and primary but in GCSE it is lower than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Belhus are slightly higher than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (21.7%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Chadwell St Mary ward profile summary

Chadwell St Mary ward is located in the centre of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 9,865. Its population is estimated to have increased by 2.3% (223 residents) since 2001. Approximately 57.5% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (19.4%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (62%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (18.5%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (12.7%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Chadwell St Mary is ranked 5th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £32k, lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Chadwell St Mary (15.8%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (8.0%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Chadwell St Mary was 3.7%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 78 years old living in Chadwell St Mary is ranked 13th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 83 years old is ranked 9th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Chadwell St Mary has a lower attainment rate in early years and GCSE but a higher rate in primary than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Chadwell St Mary are higher than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (24.6%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Chafford and North Stifford ward profile summary

Chafford and North Stifford ward is located in the west of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 8,071. Its population is estimated to have increased by 43.3% (2,437 residents) since 2001. Approximately 81.3% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (25.7%) is greater than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (69.5%) is greater than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (4.8%) is much less than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (31.7%) is much greater than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Chafford and North Stifford is ranked 19th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £58k, higher than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole, and the second highest ward in Thurrock.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Chafford and North Stifford (4.9%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (2.1%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Chafford and North Stifford was 1.6%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 82 years old living in Chafford and North Stifford is ranked equal 1st out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 81 years old is ranked 12th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old).

Education Chafford and North Stifford has a lower attainment rate in early years, but a higher attainment rate in primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Chafford and North Stifford are better than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (6.4%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Corringham and Fobbing ward profile summary

Corringham and Fobbing ward is located in the east of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 5,478. Its population is estimated to have decreased by 4.15% (237 residents) since 2001. Approximately 88.8%% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (15.22%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (62.9%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (21.87%) is much higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (3.9%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Corringham and Fobbing is ranked 15th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £38k, slightly less than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Corringham and Fobbing (5.8%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (3.2%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Corringham and Fobbing was 1.6%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 82 years old living in Corringham and Fobbing is ranked 4th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 86 years old is ranked 1st. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Corringham and Fobbing has the highest attainment rate in early years, and a higher attainment rate in primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Corringham and Fobbing are better in secondary but slightly worse in primary than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (7.3%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

East Tilbury ward profile summary

East Tilbury ward is located in the east of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 6,364. Its population is estimated to have decreased slightly by 0.9% % (56 residents) since 2001. Approximately 76.3% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (19.6%) is similar to Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (70.1%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (10.2%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (7.7%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. East Tilbury is ranked 12th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £40k, slightly higher than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in East Tilbury (9.9%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (4.5%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in East Tilbury was 2.8%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%).

Health The life expectancy for males of 79 years old living in East Tilbury is ranked 10th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 80 years old is ranked 17th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education East Tilbury has the lowest attainment rate in early years, a lower attainment rate in primary but a higher rate in GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in East Tilbury are the highest for primary but better in secondary than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (14.8%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Grays Riverside ward profile summary

Grays Riverside ward is located in the south of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 11,695. Its population is estimated to have increased by 25.27% (2,359 residents) since 2001. Approximately 47.9% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (21.36%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (72.09%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (6.55%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (38.8%) is much higher than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Grays Riverside is ranked 8th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £41k, higher than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Grays Riverside (12.4%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (5.2%) is comparable with the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Grays Riverside was 4.2%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 76 years old living in Grays Riverside is ranked 18th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 79 years old is ranked 20th – the lowest of all the wards. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Grays Riverside has a better attainment rate in early years, a similar attainment rate in primary but a lower rate in GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Grays Riverside are comparable with the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (21%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Grays Thurrock ward profile summary

Grays Thurrock ward is located in the south of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 9,150. Its population is estimated to have neither decreased nor increased since 2001. Approximately 63.7% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (19.2%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (67%) is similar to Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (13.8%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (26.9%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Grays Thurrock is ranked 9th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £36k, less than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Grays Thurrock (10.4%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (4.5%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Grays Thurrock was 3.5%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 77 years old living in Grays Thurrock is ranked 14th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 80 years old is ranked 16th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Grays Thurrock has a higher attainment rate in early years, but lower attainment rate in primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Grays Thurrock are better than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (16.2%) is slightly lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Little Thurrock Blackshots ward profile summary

Little Thurrock Blackshots ward is located in the centre of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 5,770. Its population is estimated to have decreased by 3.1% (185 residents) since 2001. Approximately 81.8% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (16.7%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (63.1%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (20.1%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (10.1%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Little Thurrock Blackshots is ranked 13th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £37k, slightly lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Little Thurrock Blackshots (9.0%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (4.3%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Little Thurrock Blackshots was 2.3%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 79 years old living in Little Thurrock Blackshots is ranked 7th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 81 years old is ranked 12th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Little Thurrock Blackshots has a comparable attainment rate in early years, lower rate in primary, but higher rate in GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Little Thurrock Blackshots are comparable with the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (11.3%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Little Thurrock Rectory ward profile summary

Little Thurrock Rectory ward is located in the centre of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 5,955. Its population is estimated to have increased slightly by 0.2% (9 residents) since 2001. Approximately 82.3% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (17.5%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (67.3%) is similar to Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (15.1%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (17%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Little Thurrock Rectory is ranked 16th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £40k, slightly higher than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Little Thurrock Rectory (6.6%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (2.8%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Little Thurrock Rectory was 2.1%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 79 years old living in Little Thurrock Rectory is ranked 7th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 82 years old is ranked 10th.(The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Little Thurrock Rectory has a better attainment rate in early years, primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Little Thurrock Rectory are better than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (6.9 %) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Ockendon ward profile summary

Ockendon ward is located in the north west of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 9,680. Its population is estimated to have increased by 7.7% (695 residents) since 2001. Approximately 61.6% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (20.3%) is similar to Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (66.6%) is similar to Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (13.1%) is similar to Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (15.6%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Ockendon is ranked 6th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £35k, lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Ockendon (13.9%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (7.1%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Ockendon was 4.0%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 78 years old living in Ockendon is ranked 12th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 83 years old is ranked 6th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Ockendon has a higher attainment rate in early years and primary, but lower in GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Ockendon are better than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (25.5 %) is higher than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Orsett ward profile summary

Orsett ward is located in the north of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 6,115. Its population is estimated to have increased by 8.65% (487 residents) since 2001. Approximately 84.2% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (17.17%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (65.41%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (17.42%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (8.2%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Orsett is ranked 17th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £47k, higher than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Orsett (4.2%) is much lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (2.2%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Orsett was 1.3%. This was the best ward rate in Thurrock (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 81 years old living in Orsett is ranked 6th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 83 years old is ranked 7th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Orsett has a higher attainment rate in early years, primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Orsett are lower than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (5.2%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

South Chafford ward profile summary

South Chafford ward is located in the centre of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 7,384. Its population is estimated to have increased by 148% (4,408 residents) since 2001. This is the highest increase in the ward. Approximately 72.7% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (27.26%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (70.63%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (2.11%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (40.3%) is much higher than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. South Chafford is ranked 20th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £63k, the highest in the borough (Borough average is £39K).

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in South Chafford (4.0%) is much lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (1.4%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in South Chafford was 1.5%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 82 years old living in South Chafford is ranked equal 1st out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 81 years old is ranked equal 12th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education South Chafford has a higher attainment rate in early years, primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. For GCSE this is the highest rate in the whole borough. The absence rates of children in South Chafford are the best in Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (4 %) is the lowest rate in the borough. The Thurrock average is 17.4%.

Stanford East and Corringham Town ward profile summary

Stanford East and Corringham Town ward is located in the east of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 8,607. Its population is estimated to have decreased by 3.1% (279 residents) since 2001. Approximately 68.7% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (17.3%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (61.4%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (21.3%) is much higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (6.1%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Stanford East and Corringham Town is ranked 10th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £33k, lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Stanford East and Corringham Town (12.1%) is slightly higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (6.5%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Stanford East and Corringham Town was 3.7%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 79 years old living in Stanford East and Corringham Town is ranked 11th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 84 years old is ranked 5th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Stanford East and Corringham Town has a lower attainment rate in early years, a comparable attainment rate in primary and a slightly lower rate at GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Stanford East and Corringham Town is lower than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (17.1%) is slightly lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Stanford-le-Hope West ward profile summary

Stanford-le-Hope West ward is located in the east of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 6,379. Its population is estimated to have decreased by 4% (266 residents) since 2001. Approximately 71.1% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (17.7%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (67.7%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (14.6%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (7.8%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Stanford-le-Hope West is ranked 14th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £38k, slightly lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Stanford-le-Hope West (8.4%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (4.0%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Stanford-le-Hope West was 2.4%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 82 years old living in Stanford-le-Hope West is ranked equal 1st out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 84 years old is ranked 4th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Stanford-le-Hope West has a higher attainment rate in early years, primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Stanford-le-Hope West are better in Secondary but worse in primary than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (16.8%) is slightly lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Stifford Clays ward profile summary

Stifford Clays ward is located in the middle of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 6,460. Its population is estimated to have increased by 3.7% (229 residents) since 2001. Approximately 71.5% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (17.8%) is smaller than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (62%) is smaller than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (20.2%) is larger than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (11%) is smaller than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Stifford Clays is ranked 11th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £35k, slightly below the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Stifford Clays (8.6%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (4.7%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Stifford Clays was 2.2%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 79 years old living in Stifford Clays is ranked 9th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 82 years old is ranked 11th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Stifford Clays has a higher attainment rate in early years and GCSE , but a lower rate in primary than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Stifford Clays are comparable with the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (13.8%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

The Homesteads ward profile summary

The Homesteads ward is located in the east of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 8,507. Its population is estimated to have decreased by 6.69% (610 residents) since 2001. Approximately 89.5% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (17.29%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (68.46%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (14.25%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (6.3%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. The Homesteads is ranked 18th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £41k, higher than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in The Homesteads (5.1%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (2.2%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in The Homesteads was 1.8%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 81 years old living in The Homesteads is ranked 5th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 85 years old is ranked 2nd. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education The Homesteads has a higher attainment rate in early years, primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in The Homesteads are lower than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (7.3%) is lower than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park ward profile summary

Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park ward is located in the south of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 6,878. Its population is estimated to have increased by 11.3% (698 residents) since 2001. Approximately 45.5% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (25.4%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (64.9%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (9.8%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (22.7%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park is ranked 2nd out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £31k, lower than the average of £39k for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park (19.7%) is the highest ward. The Thurrock average is 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (7.5%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park was 6.5%. This was the highest rate in Thurrock. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 74 years old living in Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park is ranked joint 19th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 79 years old is ranked joint 18th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park has a lower attainment rate in early years and GCSE, but a comparable rate at primary than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Tilbury Riverside and Thurrock Park are higher than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (31%) is the highest in the borough. The Thurrock average is 17.4%.

Tilbury St Chads ward profile summary

Tilbury St Chads ward is located in the south of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 6,177. Its population is estimated to have increased by 4.7% (276 residents) since 2001. Approximately 50.1% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (23%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (67.1%) is slightly higher than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (9.8%) is lower than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (19.5%) is slightly higher than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. Tilbury St Chads is ranked 1st out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £30k, which is the lowest average in Thurrock (Thurrock average is £39k for Thurrock).

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in Tilbury St Chads (18.0%) is much higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (8.1%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in Tilbury St Chads was 5.9%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 74 years old living in Tilbury St Chads is ranked joint 19th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 79 years old is ranked joint 18th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education Tilbury St Chads has a lower attainment rate in early years, primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in Tilbury St Chads are higher than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (29%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

West Thurrock and South Stifford ward profile summary

West Thurrock and South Stifford ward is located in the west of Thurrock and has an estimated population of 10,478. Its population is estimated to have increased by 34.2% (2,669 residents) since 2001. Approximately 53% of households in the ward are either owner occupied (either outright or with mortgage/loan).

Age profile  Its proportion of 0-14 year olds (23.6%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (20.4%).  Its proportion of 15 to 64 year olds (71.6%) is higher than Thurrock as a whole (66.9%).  Its proportion of over 65 year olds (4.9%) is much lower than Thurrock as a whole (13.2%)

Ethnic Profile  Its proportion of BME residents (36.7%) is much higher than Thurrock as a whole (19.1%)

Deprivation The English indices of deprivation identify the most deprived areas across the country. They combine a number of indicators, chosen to cover a range of economic, social and housing issues, into a single deprivation score for each small area in England. West Thurrock and South Stifford is ranked 4th out of the 20 Thurrock wards – with 1 being the most deprived.

The average household income is £39k, the same as the average for Thurrock as a whole.

Employment  Workless rate (i.e. on key out-of-work benefits) in West Thurrock and South Stifford (14.6%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 11.1%.  Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit (ESA/IB) claimant rate (5.4%) is similar to the Thurrock average of 5.1%.  In October 2013 the Job Seekers Allowance claimant rate in West Thurrock and South Stifford was 4.9%. (Thurrock overall figure was 3.4%)

Health The life expectancy for males of 77 years old living in West Thurrock and South Stifford is ranked 16th out of 20 (with 1st being best). The life expectancy for females of 83 years old is ranked 7th. (The rates for Thurrock as a whole are 78 (males) and 82 (females) years old)

Education West Thurrock and South Stifford has a similar attainment rate in early years, but a lower rate in primary and GCSE than Thurrock overall. The absence rates of children in West Thurrock and South Stifford is higher in secondary but lower in primary than the overall figure for Thurrock. The percentage of children eligible for free school meals (25.3%) is higher than the Thurrock average of 17.4%.

Data Sources

Statistic Data source Population Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 % Population change Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 and Census 2001 Number of households Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 % Household ownership Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 % of 0-14 year olds Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 % of 15-64 year olds Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 % of over 65 year olds Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 % of BME residents Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 Indices of Multiple-Deprivation (IMD) Ranking IMD 2010 DCLG - http://data.gov.uk/dataset/index-of-multiple-deprivation Average household income (£) CACI Paycheck, DCLG IMD 2010, ONS Claimant Count Jan 13 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/reports/lmp/ward/contents.aspx (May 2013) Key out of work benefits includes the groups: job seekers, ESA/Incapacity Benefits, lone Workless rate (on key out of work benefits) (%) parents and other income related benefits. % is a proportion of resident population of area aged 16-64. Employment Support Allowance/ Incapacity Benefit (%) http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/reports/lmp/ward/contents.aspx (May 2013) Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) Claimant Rate (%) http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/reports/lmp/ward/contents.aspx (Oct 2013) Life expectancy at birth – Males and females www.localhealth.org.uk - data rounded to nearest whole figure % Obese Adults www.localhealth.org.uk - (2006/8 data) % Children living in poverty Census 2011 http://www.nomisweb.co.uk/census/2011 % of Free School Meals School Census Data 2013 (Spring 2013) % Good Level of Development in Early Years Schools data, co-ordinated by Children’s Services (2013) Foundation Stage % attainment Level 4 in Reading, Writing & Maths (KS2) DfE Pupil level data set (2013) (sourced via Children’s Services) % 5 A*-Cs at GCSE/equivalent inc. English and Maths DfE Provisional data (2013) % Attendance (Primary / Secondary Schools) School Census data 2013 for Spring and Autumn terms 2013