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Location in EssexBarstable sits where the marker shows within the county.

28,915
Population
10,533
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£50,473
Avg. household income
1,395
Businesses
2,622
People per km²
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About Barstable

Barstable is a village located in the county of Essex, in the south-east of England. It lies within the SS14 postcode area and is situated near the town of Wickford. The village is characterised by its mix of residential properties and open countryside, offering a peaceful environment while remaining within easy reach of larger towns and transport links. Barstable has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the medieval period, and retains a sense of community through local events and amenities.

The area is served by Barstable railway station, which provides regular services to London and other destinations in Essex. The village is close to the M25 motorway, making it accessible for those commuting to London or other parts of the region. Local facilities include a primary school, a church, and several pubs and shops, contributing to a convenient lifestyle. Barstable's location combines rural tranquillity with practical connectivity.

School Ratings in Barstable

Families in Barstable have access to 92 local schools. Lift Pioneer is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barstable

Homes sell for an average of £424K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £292K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barstable

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barstable, with 127 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barstable

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barstable within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Barstable

There are 38 GP surgeries within three miles of Barstable, the nearest being Clayhill Medical Practice (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Barstable

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Property Prices 3,233 sales

Average Price £424K
£100 , £34.1M
Detached £387K 149
Semi £334K 400
Terraced £292K 2,071
Flat £186K 410

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

64 Primary
12 Secondary
16 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 3
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SS14 postcode area.

Fairhouse Community Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Cherry Tree Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Kingswood Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.5 miles Greensted Primary School & Nursery Primary 0.6 miles Bardfield Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles The Willows Primary School Primary 0.7 miles The Basildon Lower Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Ghyllgrove Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Bas7/A Fryerns Farm Family Hub Delivery Site 0.8 miles De La Salle School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Lift Pioneer Not applicable Outstanding 0.8 miles Woodlands School Secondary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Barstable ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barstable is approximately £50,473 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,228. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barstable £50,473
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,228.

Businesses in Barstable ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,395 active businesses based in Barstable, around 48 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 83% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 55 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,395 Total businesses
48 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 83%
Small, 10-49 13%
Medium, 50-249 3%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Barstable IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barstable experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 24%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 13%
6,915 Children (0-15) 24%
18,287 Working Age 63%
3,714 Older (65+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 49.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.7% 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 Barstable 916 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Barstable are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 390
Anti-Social Behaviour 127
Shoplifting 85
Public Order 71
Criminal Damage & Arson 68
Other Theft 45
Vehicle Crime 36
Drugs 29
Burglary 26
Other Crime 14
Weapons 8
Robbery 8
Bicycle Theft 5
Theft from Person 4
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Basildon Train Station 0.7 miles
Pitsea Train Station 1.6 miles
Laindon Train Station 2.1 miles
Wickford Train Station 3.7 miles
Benfleet Train Station 4.2 miles
Stanford-Le-Hope Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fryerns 0.9 miles Kingswood 0.9 miles Vange 0.9 miles Lee Chapel 1.2 miles Pitsea 1.2 miles Chalvedon 1.2 miles Basildon 1.4 miles Felmore 1.4 miles Pipps Hill 1.4 miles Burnt Mills 1.8 miles Dry Street 1.8 miles Noak Bridge 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Basildon
County Essex
Ward St Martin's
Constituency Basildon and Billericay
Parish Basildon, unparished area
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Barstable

Of the 11,433 households in and around Barstable, 50% are owned, 34% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 50% Social rented 34% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barstable.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barstable

What is the population of Barstable?
Barstable has a population of approximately 28,915 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barstable?
The average property in and around Barstable sold for about £424,345, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 22% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barstable a deprived area?
Barstable sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barstable?
Barstable is covered by the SS14 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barstable?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barstable, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barstable?
The nearest railway station to Barstable is Basildon Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in SS14 30 shown View all streets

Alcotes 2 Ampers End 1 Ascot Grove 3 Audley Way 3 Austen Road 1 Avon Way 2 Bader Place 1 Barrington Close 1 Barrington Gardens 1 Battleswick 2 Beatty Lane 1 Beech Road 2 Beeleigh Cross 2 Beeleigh East 2 Beeleigh West 2 Bentalls 7 Blackwater Way 1 Blake Avenue 4 Bonnygate 2 Bower Lane 1 Bowlers Croft 4 Braeburn Way 1 Braybrooke 1 Brempsons 4 Britten Avenue 3 Broadhurst Place 1 Broadmayne 7 Bronte Drive 1 Brownlow Bend 1 Brownlow Cross 1

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