Orsett, Essex | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Orsett

Orsett is a village located in Essex, England, within the RM16 postcode area. It is situated approximately 25 miles east of central London and offers a mix of residential and rural settings. The village features a number of local amenities, including a primary school, shops, and a few pubs, catering to the needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. Orsett is also close to the larger town of Grays, which offers additional shopping and leisure facilities. The village is well-connected by road and public transport, making it accessible for those commuting to London or exploring the wider Essex area.

School Ratings in Orsett

There are 86 schools in and around Orsett. Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred, Harris Primary Academy Mayflower and Harris Academy Chafford Hundred are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Orsett

The average property price is £381K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £332K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Orsett

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Orsett, with 58 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Orsett

Orsett 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.

Healthcare in Orsett

There are 21 GP surgeries within three miles of Orsett, the nearest being Swex Msk Service - Thurrock (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Orsett

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Property Prices 4,769 sales

Average Price £381K

£1K , £11.4M

Detached £518K 987

Semi £392K 1,394

Terraced £332K 1,469

Flat £221K 830

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

49 Primary

14 Secondary

23 Other

Orsett Church of England Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Orsett Heath Academy Secondary Good 1.3 miles Treetops School Not applicable 1.3 miles Treetops Free School Not applicable Good 1.3 miles Chadwell Children's Centre P2-1 Good 1.5 miles Woodside Academy Primary 1.5 miles Herringham Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles William Edwards School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles Blackshots Childrens Centre P3-4 1.6 miles Deneholm Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Little Thurrock Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Chadwell St Mary Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Orsett IMD 2025

Orsett 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

6/10

Income

5/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

6/10

Housing

4/10

Living Environment

7/10

9,726 Children (0-15) 22%

27,645 Working Age 63%

6,198 Older (65+) 14%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.2% 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 Orsett 564 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Orsett 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.

229 Violence & Sexual Offences

58 Anti-Social Behaviour

51 Criminal Damage & Arson

41 Public Order

36 Vehicle Crime

33 Shoplifting

32 Drugs

30 Other Theft

16 Burglary

11 Weapons

10 Other Crime

7 Bicycle Theft

7 Theft from Person

3 Robbery

Local Policing

Essex Corringham, Orsett and Stanford-le-Hope Visit force website →

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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

Stanford-Le-Hope Train Station 2.4 miles

East Tilbury Train Station 2.7 miles

Grays Train Station 3 miles

Tilbury Town Train Station 3.3 miles

Chafford Hundred Lakeside Train Station 3.8 miles

Gravesend Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Baker Street 0.6 miles Southfields 1.2 miles Orsett Heath 1.4 miles Little Thurrock 1.8 miles Horndon on the Hill 1.8 miles Chadwell St Mary 1.9 miles Linford 2.2 miles Great Malgraves 2.2 miles West Tilbury 2.2 miles Mucking 2.5 miles Stanford-le-Hope 2.6 miles North Stifford 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Thurrock

Ward Stifford Clays

Constituency Thurrock

Parish Thurrock, unparished area

Region East of England

Streets in RM16 30 shown View all streets

A13 1 Advice Avenue 1 Albert Close 1 Alderton Road 1 Almond Close 1 Aluric Close 1 Andrea Avenue 1 Annabel Avenue 1 Anne Heart Close 1 Antelope Avenue 1 Archates Avenue 1 Ark Avenue 1 Arterial Road West Thurrock 1 Ashby Close 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Atherton Gardens 1 Back Lane 2 Badgers Mount 1 Baker Street 4 Bark Burr Road 1 Barnmead Meadow 1 Barnmead Medway 2 Barry Close 1 Beaufort Close 1 Beverley Close 1 Biggin Lane 1 Birchfield 3 Blackshots Lane 8 Blackthorn Road 2 Bloomfield Walk 1

Postcodes in RM16 50 shown View all postcodes

RM16 2AA RM16 2AD RM16 2AE RM16 2AF RM16 2AG RM16 2AH RM16 2AJ RM16 2AL RM16 2AN RM16 2AP RM16 2AQ RM16 2AS RM16 2AT RM16 2AU RM16 2AW RM16 2AX RM16 2AY RM16 2AZ RM16 2BA RM16 2BB RM16 2BD RM16 2BF RM16 2BH RM16 2BJ RM16 2BL RM16 2BP RM16 2BS RM16 2BT RM16 2BU RM16 2BX RM16 2DA RM16 2DB RM16 2DD RM16 2DF RM16 2DG RM16 2DH RM16 2DJ RM16 2DL RM16 2DN RM16 2DP RM16 2DQ RM16 2DR RM16 2DS RM16 2DT RM16 2DU RM16 2DW RM16 2DX RM16 2DY RM16 2DZ RM16 2EA

Home Ownership in Orsett

Of the 15,956 households in and around Orsett, 70% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 15% Private rented 15%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Orsett

What is the population of Orsett?

Orsett has a population of approximately 43,558 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Orsett?

The average property in and around Orsett sold for about £381,117, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 9% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Orsett a deprived area?

Orsett sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Orsett?

Orsett is covered by the RM16 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Orsett?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Orsett, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Orsett?

The nearest railway station to Orsett is Stanford-Le-Hope Train Station, about 2.4 miles away.