BILLERICAY Town are ninth in the Ryman Premier league following a 1-0 win away at Horsham.

East Thurrock are still one place off the bottom of the table despite a 3-1 win at Rookery Hill against Ashford Town.

Rocks remain in danger of the drop but the win gives them renewed hope of surviving in the top flight for next season as it puts them on level points with Carshalton and a point behind Folkestone Invicta.

Canvey Island maintained their Ryman One North promotion push with a 3-0 win away to Essex rivals Maldon Town.

Great Wakering Rovers overtook Arlesey Town after thumping them 6-2 at Burroughs Park.

Aveley travelled to Wivenhoe Town for a Essex derby and returned with a point following a 2-2 draw.

Tilbury remain second from bottom following a 1-1 draw at home to Ilford.