Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

MERILIES GARDENS, SS0 0AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERILIES GARDENS, SS0 0AB.

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Population

289

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SS0 0AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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8/10
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10/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS0 0AB combines high owner-occupation (82%), strong property values (£485k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 62.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS0 0AB is a sought-after residential area on Merilies Gardens in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Prittlewell ward and the Southend West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS0, SS0 0AB offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k, up 62.2% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SS0 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00080196 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS0 0AB. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian5.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 558,750

4 sales · Mean £ 559,375

Semi-Detached

£ 389,000

4 sales · Mean £ 398,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SS0 0AB has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime11
Burglary10
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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St Thomas More High School

Good1216 pupils0.4 km
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Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

Outstanding1253 pupils0.6 km
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Westcliff High School for Girls

Outstanding1348 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Good420 pupils0.7 km
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Lancaster School

Good104 pupils0.9 km
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Chase High School

Good1169 pupils0.9 km
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Darlinghurst Academy

Good550 pupils1.0 km
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Chalkwell Hall Junior School

Good476 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Bridgwater Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Eastwood Boulevard Post Office0.5 km
  • K T Newsagents0.9 km
  • Londis0.5 km
  • Royal Bank Of Scotland0.6 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Fondant Memories0.3 km
  • Harris & Hoole0.9 km
  • LifeStreams Coffee House0.5 km
  • Mendip Community Group0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Chris' Famous Fish0.2 km
  • Magic Wok0.2 km
  • Pizza Time0.9 km
  • Chilli Green1.0 km
  • Eat Well1.0 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Strawberry Fields Public House0.9 km
  • Porters Pub1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chalkwell1.8 km
  • Westcliff2.3 km
  • Southend Airport2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mannering Gardens South0.1 km
  • Southbourne Grove0.2 km
  • Mannering Gardens South0.2 km
  • Southbourne Grove0.2 km
  • Bridgwater Drive0.2 km