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Thurrock is a unitary authority in Essex with a population of 176,001 and median age of 36.7 years. The median house price stands at £350,000, with 3,904 sales in the 12 months to May 2026 and an affordability ratio of 8.7. Prices have risen 16.7 per cent over five years.
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Owner-occupied homes account for 63.3 per cent of the housing stock. About 45 per cent of neighbourhoods in England are more deprived than Thurrock's average deprivation level. Crime recorded 1,729 incidents in July 2026 (9.8 per 1,000 population), with violent crime the largest category at 677. Schools comprise 39 primary and 13 secondary institutions; 23 of 28 rated schools achieved good or better. Rail access includes 7 stations; Tilbury Town Rail Station is 1.5 kilometres away, with journeys to London Fenchurch Street taking around 40 minutes. Air quality is moderate for both nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter. Gigabit broadband reaches 83.0 per cent of premises. Council tax for band D is £2,254.68.
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