Orsett
City in Thurrock, United Kingdom
Overview
Orsett is a charming English village in Thurrock, renowned for its historic character, rural scenery, and strong community vibe. Its proximity to both London and the Essex countryside makes it a peaceful retreat perfect for those seeking a quintessential British experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Unitary Authority
Thurrock
Population
1,267
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.51°, 0.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,488
Local Cost
$1,660
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
10.8°C
Summer Avg
16.9°C
Winter Avg
5.0°C
Record High
30.7°C
Record Low
-5.2°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
680 mm
Internet Speed
312 Mbps
Upload
167 Mbps
Latency
6 ms
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
4
Parks
2
Transport
10
Walk Score
10
Footways
19.0
Airport
RCS
Distance
20 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 35 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.