About Dry Street

Dry Street is located in Essex, England, within the SS16 postcode area. This area features a mix of residential properties and local amenities, providing a convenient setting for residents. The street is primarily lined with houses, offering a glimpse into the everyday life of the community. Nearby, you will find various shops and services that cater to the needs of locals. The surrounding area is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access larger towns and cities in Essex. Dry Street is a practical choice for those seeking a suburban lifestyle while remaining within reach of urban facilities.

School Ratings in Dry Street

There are 74 schools in and around Dry Street. Lee Chapel Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dry Street

The average property price is £357K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £296K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dry Street

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Dry Street, with 55 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Dry Street

Dry Street sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Dry Street

Broadband speeds in Dry Street are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,874 sales

Average Price £357K
£1K — £1.54M
Detached £539K 1,061
Semi £381K 596
Terraced £296K 1,566
Flat £175K 594

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary
11 Secondary
10 Other
Chapel Hill Primary School & Nursery Primary 0.5 miles Lee Chapel Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Woodlands School Secondary Good 1 miles Vange Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.1 miles Lincewood Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles Kingswood Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.2 miles St Anne Line Catholic Junior School Primary 1.3 miles St Anne Line Catholic Infant School Primary 1.3 miles Mossbourne Fobbing Academy Secondary 1.3 miles Janet Duke Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Giffards Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles The Phoenix Primary School Primary 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Dry Street IMD 2025

Dry Street sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,386 Children (0-15) 21%
28,070 Working Age 63%
9,190 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.5% 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 Dry Street 652 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Dry Street sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

288 Violence & Sexual Offences
55 Anti-Social Behaviour
49 Drugs
47 Criminal Damage & Arson
45 Other Theft
43 Vehicle Crime
35 Shoplifting
32 Public Order
21 Burglary
12 Other Crime
11 Weapons
7 Robbery
6 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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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

Basildon Train Station 1.3 miles
Laindon Train Station 1.4 miles
Stanford-Le-Hope Train Station 2.7 miles
Pitsea Train Station 2.8 miles
East Tilbury Train Station 4.9 miles
Benfleet Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Westley Heights 0.6 miles Kingswood 0.9 miles Lee Chapel 1.2 miles Langdon Hills 1.4 miles Great Berry 1.4 miles Barstable 1.8 miles Fobbing 1.8 miles Pipps Hill 1.9 miles Balstonia 1.9 miles Vange 2 miles Corringham 2 miles Great Malgraves 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Basildon
County Essex
Ward Vange
Constituency South Basildon and East Thurrock
Parish Basildon, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in SS16 30 shown View all streets

A13 1 Acorn Place 1 Albyns 1 Alexander Road 1 Alnwick Close 1 Amersham Avenue 1 Ansell Street 1 Appleby Drive 1 Ardleigh 7 Armath Place 1 Ashdon Way 1 Avondale Road 1 Aylesbury Drive 1 Bardfield 3 Barley Close 1 Barnard Close 1 Barons Way 1 Bebington Drive 1 Bebington Link 2 Bellfield 1 Bells Hill Road 3 Berberis Close 1 Berdens 1 Berry Close 1 Berry Lane 6 Bessemer Close 1 Blackheath Chase 1 Blackthorn Court 1 Botelers 2 Bowfell Drive 2

Postcodes in SS16 50 shown View all postcodes

SS16 4AA SS16 4AB SS16 4AD SS16 4AE SS16 4AF SS16 4AG SS16 4AH SS16 4AJ SS16 4AL SS16 4AN SS16 4AP SS16 4AR SS16 4AS SS16 4AT SS16 4AU SS16 4AW SS16 4AX SS16 4AZ SS16 4BA SS16 4BB SS16 4BD SS16 4BE SS16 4BG SS16 4BJ SS16 4BL SS16 4BN SS16 4BP SS16 4BS SS16 4BT SS16 4BU SS16 4BW SS16 4BY SS16 4DA SS16 4DB SS16 4DD SS16 4DE SS16 4DF SS16 4DG SS16 4DH SS16 4DJ SS16 4DL SS16 4DN SS16 4DP SS16 4DQ SS16 4DR SS16 4DS SS16 4DT SS16 4DU SS16 4DW SS16 4DX