About Mucking

Mucking is a small village located in Essex, England, within the SS17 postcode area. It is situated near the River Thames and is part of the Thurrock borough. The village has a primarily residential character, with a mix of modern housing and older properties. Mucking is close to the larger town of Grays, which offers additional amenities and services. The area around Mucking features open fields and agricultural land, providing a rural backdrop. There are various walking paths nearby, allowing for exploration of the local countryside. The village is also conveniently located for access to major roads and public transport, making it easy to reach nearby towns and cities. While Mucking itself may not have extensive facilities, its proximity to Grays and the surrounding landscape can be appealing to those seeking a quieter lifestyle.

School Ratings in Mucking

Families in Mucking have access to 65 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Mucking

Homes sell for an average of £351K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £360K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Mucking

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Mucking, with 24 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Mucking

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Mucking around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Mucking

Mucking benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

42 Primary
9 Secondary
14 Other
St Clere's School Secondary 0.5 miles Stanford Childrens Centre P2-6 Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Stanford-Le-Hope Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Mossbourne Port Side Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Abbots Hall Childrens Centre P2-5 1.2 miles Abbots Hall Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Arthur Bugler Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Graham James Primary Academy Primary 1.4 miles Horndon Children's Centre P3-3 1.6 miles Horndon-On-the-Hill CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Giffards Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Mucking IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Mucking are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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 Mucking 154 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Mucking is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

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 0.5 miles
East Tilbury Train Station 1.7 miles
Laindon Train Station 4.2 miles
Tilbury Town Train Station 4.4 miles
Basildon Train Station 4.4 miles
Grays Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stanford-le-Hope 0.6 miles Southfields 1.2 miles Balstonia 1.4 miles Linford 1.4 miles Corringham 1.8 miles Horndon on the Hill 1.8 miles East Tilbury 1.9 miles West Tilbury 2.2 miles Great Malgraves 2.2 miles Orsett 2.5 miles Fobbing 2.6 miles Low Street 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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