About Balstonia

Balstonia is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, in the eastern part of England. It falls within the SS17 postcode area, which covers parts of the Maldon district. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of agricultural land and scattered residential properties. While not a large community, Balstonia is situated close to other local villages and is accessible via minor roads connecting to the A120 and A130. The surrounding landscape features open fields and hedgerows typical of the Essex countryside. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in Balstonia itself, but it offers a quiet, countryside environment for those seeking a peaceful location. The village is part of a wider network of rural communities in the region, with nearby towns providing essential services and amenities.

School Ratings in Balstonia

Balstonia is served by 68 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Balstonia

Property prices average £351K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £360K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Balstonia

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Balstonia, with 24 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Balstonia

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Balstonia falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Balstonia

Most properties in Balstonia can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,305 sales

Average Price £351K
£100 — £10.99M
Detached £498K 487
Semi £360K 1,792
Terraced £316K 1,429
Flat £195K 492

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
10 Secondary
12 Other
Arthur Bugler Primary School Primary 165 yards Graham James Primary Academy Primary 0.2 miles Abbots Hall Childrens Centre P2-5 0.2 miles Abbots Hall Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Giffards Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Mossbourne Fobbing Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Mossbourne Port Side Academy Secondary 0.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Stanford Childrens Centre P2-6 Requires Improvement 0.9 miles Stanford-Le-Hope Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy Primary Good 1 miles St Clere's School Secondary 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Balstonia IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Balstonia in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
4/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,056 Children (0-15) 20%
24,606 Working Age 60%
10,613 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Balstonia 154 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Balstonia experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

57 Violence & Sexual Offences
24 Criminal Damage & Arson
22 Shoplifting
13 Other Theft
8 Public Order
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Other Crime
5 Burglary
5 Drugs
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Essex Corringham, Orsett and Stanford-le-Hope Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stanford-Le-Hope Train Station 1.1 miles
Basildon Train Station 3 miles
Laindon Train Station 3.1 miles
East Tilbury Train Station 3.1 miles
Pitsea Train Station 3.7 miles
Benfleet Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Corringham 0.6 miles Stanford-le-Hope 0.9 miles Fobbing 1.4 miles Mucking 1.4 miles Horndon on the Hill 1.9 miles Dry Street 1.9 miles Great Malgraves 2 miles Westley Heights 2 miles Southfields 2.2 miles Kingswood 2.6 miles Linford 2.8 miles Langdon Hills 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Thurrock
County Essex
Ward Stanford-le-Hope West
Constituency South Basildon and East Thurrock
Parish Thurrock, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in SS17 30 shown View all streets

Abbotts Drive 5 Abbotts Hall Chase 1 Adams Road 2 Adamsley Road 2 Addington Close 2 Alderman Walk 1 Aldria Road 1 Aldrin Close 2 Allensway 3 Allistonway 1 Alwoodley Close 1 Andersons 4 Andrew Close 2 Anthony Drive 2 Armstrong Close 1 Arne Close 1 Arundel Drive 1 Ashdown Close 1 Ashley Close 1 Ashridge Close 1 Ashway 1 Atlantic Avenue 1 Augusta Road 2 Avondale Gardens 1 Balmoral Avenue 3 Balstonia Drive 3 Barkers Boulevard 1 Barstable Road 1 Baryta Close 1 Bearwood Road 1

Postcodes in SS17 50 shown View all postcodes

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