Local Area Information

Aveley
A quieter suburb of Thurrock but a traditional village location having a small but convenient High Street. There are two churches in Aveley plus local Somerfield store. There are numerous bus routes to Hornchurch & Upminster plus close proximity to Lakeside Shopping Centre.

Grays
This bustling market town has everything including its own shopping precinct. The area is served by Grays mainline station and is home for many large companies head quarters & Grays Athletic FC.

Purfleet
A great location for both rail and road links; Purfleet has undergone some major transformation in recent years as part of the Thames Gateway. Many new developments of houses and flats are here where commuters benefit from mainline station and on your doorstep access to M25/Queen Elizabeth 2 bridge/A13.

South Ockendon
A modern lively shopping arcade hosts most local community needs. There is a mainline station offering excellent commuting routes.

Rainham
This old established village is a mix of modern Victorian and 20th Century properties. The mainline station is the main hub for commuters into the city. Easy access to the A13 into both London and out to the M25. Shopping can be found at the Tesco Extra Superstore. Please note that Rainham is within the London Borough of Havering.

For Council Tax information please follow this link:

http://www.thurrock.gov.uk/counciltax/

http://www.havering.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=352