Chadwell St Mary lies just to the north of Tilbury approximately approximately 26 miles south east of Central London. It can be accessed from the A1089, which links with the A13 approximately 3 miles to the north. Rail links are via nearby Tilbury railway station, which provides regional rail services as well as regular direct services to London Fenchurch Street and additonally numerous bus routes serve the area,
River View runs west from the Chadwell Bypass (B149) on the west side of Chadwell St Mary with the parade lying on its south side opposite the junction with Ruskin Road in a predominantly residential location.