RM17 (Grays) in Essex has experienced modest price appreciation over the past five years, with property values growing at a compound annual rate of 2.6%, compared to rental growth of 4.4%. The district's trajectory score of 44.6 out of 100 places it at the 20th percentile nationally, indicating average performance relative to other UK postcode areas. Population growth has been minimal at 0.7% over five years, reflecting limited demographic expansion in the area. The postcode is currently in the early stages of gentrification, which may influence future market dynamics. Investors and buyers should evaluate their specific investment criteria against these measured growth rates and early-stage development profile.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.1% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.7% per year
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What's changing in Grays · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.5 points this month to 43/100, driven mainly by safety.
39 planning applications submitted in RM17 over the last six months, 4 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Loft conversion, proposed demolition of the existing rear dormer and its replacement with a larger box dormer to the rear and proposed two pitched roof dormers to the front.Feb 2026 · refused
- Change of use from single dwelling (C3) to six-bedroom HMO (C4)Mar 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Application for the approval of details reserved by condition no. 5 (Noise Monitoring and Management) and condition 6 (Travel Plan of planning permission ref. 25/00787/FUL (Application to discharge planning condition 5 (Noise Monitoring and Management) and condition 6 (Travel Plan) relating to planning permission ref: 25/00787/FUL [Retrospective planning application for a change of use from a bingo hall (sui generis) to a place of worship (Use Class F1)]Feb 2026 · granted
Grays (RM17) common questions
Is Grays up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Grays (RM17) as Early. Its trajectory score is 43/100 (Average), in the top 85% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.8 points over the last 12 months.
Is Grays safe?
Grays has a safety score of 44/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Grays?
The average property price in Grays (RM17) is £385k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.1% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Grays?
The median monthly rent in Grays (RM17) is £1,328 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Grays?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Grays (RM16), Longfield (DA3), Grays (RM20), Tilbury (RM18), Greenhithe (DA9). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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