About Vange

Vange is a suburb located in the county of Essex, England, within the SS16 postcode area. It lies to the east of the town of Basildon and is primarily residential. The area features a mix of housing, including both older properties and modern developments, providing a variety of living options for residents. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, which cater to the needs of the community. Vange is well-connected by public transport, with bus services linking it to nearby towns and train stations. The proximity to Basildon offers additional shopping and leisure facilities, making it a convenient place to live for those who appreciate access to urban conveniences while residing in a quieter environment.

School Ratings in Vange

Families in Vange have access to 97 local schools. Lee Chapel Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Vange

Homes sell for an average of £357K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £296K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Vange

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Vange, with 55 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Vange

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Vange 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 Vange

Vange 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 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

67 Primary
14 Secondary
16 Other
Ryedene Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 170 yards Bardfield Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Greensted Primary School & Nursery Primary 0.7 miles Cherry Tree Primary School Primary 0.7 miles St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Basildon Primary Good 0.7 miles Maple Grove Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Vange Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.9 miles The Basildon Lower Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.9 miles The Basildon Upper Academy Secondary Good 1 miles Fairhouse Community Primary School Primary 1 miles Kingswood Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.1 miles Northlands Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Vange IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Vange 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
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 Vange 652 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Vange 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.

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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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Pitsea Train Station 0.8 miles
Basildon Train Station 1.4 miles
Laindon Train Station 2.8 miles
Benfleet Train Station 3.4 miles
Wickford Train Station 4.1 miles
Stanford-Le-Hope Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Barstable 0.9 miles Pitsea 0.9 miles Chalvedon 0.9 miles Kingswood 1.2 miles Fryerns 1.2 miles Eversley 1.4 miles Basildon 1.4 miles Felmore 1.4 miles Dry Street 2 miles Lee Chapel 2 miles Bowers Gifford 2 miles Fobbing 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