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Grays Town

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About

Grays Town is a residential and commercial area located in Thurrock, Essex. It sits near the River Thames, with easy access to major transport links like the A13 and Grays railway station. The town features a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to different needs. Local amenities include Grays Shopping Centre, a library, and several parks, providing essential services and leisure options.

The area has a strong sense of community, with events often held at the Thameside Theatre and Grays Beach Riverside Park. Industrial estates nearby contribute to the local economy, while the town centre remains a hub for shopping and dining. Grays is also home to several schools and colleges, making it a practical choice for families. Its riverside location offers scenic walks along the Thames, adding a natural element to the urban setting.

Area overview

On average Grays Town has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 127 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Grays Town is £48,300 per year. There are 1 schools in Grays Town: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
127
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
30.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Grays Town Population
9,424
Population density
8,644.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,810
40.42%
Other White
2,069
21.95%
African
1,257
13.34%
Other Asian
364
3.86%
Bangladeshi
314
3.33%
Total population: 9,425

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,307
34.69%
Owns with a mortgage
1,061
28.16%
Social rents from council
613
16.27%
Owns outright
408
10.83%
Other social rented
260
6.9%
Total households: 3,768

Property prices in Grays Town

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Grays Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £665,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Grays Town in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Grays Town over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£500,000
Flats44£206,935
Semi-Detached4£410,250
Terraced21£320,000

10 years median price trend in Grays Town

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Grays Town.

All postcodes in Grays Town

RM176QP

Argent Street

RM176RG

Finchley Road

RM176LZ

Argent Street

RM176PW

Columbia Wharf Road

RM179SH

New Road

RM179SU

New Road

RM179TA

New Road

RM176FE

Bridge Road

RM176FU

Curzon Drive

RM176NF

Crown Road

RM179SQ

New Road

RM175YQ

Grovelands Way

RM176QF

Crown Road

RM176SL

New Road

RM179TD

Grays Town

RM179ST

New Road

RM175FP

Grays Town

RM175YH

Rosebery Road

RM176JJ

Vicarage Square

RM176JP

Grays Town

RM176PF

Bruces Wharf Road

RM176RS

Bridge Road

RM176SG

Curzon Drive

RM176BG

Curzon Drive

RM176HR

Argent Street

RM176NB

Crown Road

RM176SB

Falcon Avenue

RM176ND

Argent Street

RM204XQ

London Road

RM179SZ

New Road

RM176PD

Hove Close

RM176BZ

Bridge Road

RM176QR

Lewes Close

RM179SP

New Road

RM175XX

Eastern Way

RM176FQ

Argent Street

RM176GG

Argent Street

RM176JF

Argent Street

RM176LR

Argent Street

RM176NQ

Crown Road

RM176RT

Bridge Road

RM179SL

New Road

RM175YD

Eastern Way

RM175YF

Eastern Way

RM176NP

High Street

RM176PR

New Road

RM175YR

Belmont Road

RM176FY

Argent Street

RM179SD

New Road

RM175YS

Askews Farm Lane

RM176FT

West Street

RM176PS

New Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.