Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

BRIDGWATER DRIVE, SS0 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGWATER DRIVE, SS0 0DJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

348

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS0 0DJ combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£457k 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 down 19.5% year-on-year.

home £457,777 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

For serious buyers, SS0 0DJ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £457k, down 19.5% 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 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00080188 (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 0DJ. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.6%
Asian / British Asian8.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 430,000

10 sales · Mean £ 421,800

Detached

£ 467,500

2 sales · Mean £ 467,500

Terraced

£ 345,000

1 sales · Mean £ 345,000

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

SS0 0DJ has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Burglary13
Vehicle crime11
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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St Thomas More High School

Good1216 pupils0.5 km
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Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

Outstanding1253 pupils0.7 km
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Westcliff High School for Girls

Outstanding1348 pupils0.8 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Good420 pupils0.9 km
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The St Christopher School

Outstanding229 pupils1.0 km
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Chase High School

Good1169 pupils1.0 km
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Lancaster School

Good104 pupils1.0 km
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Kingsdown School

Good123 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Bridgwater Pharmacy0.0 km
  • Costcutters0.8 km
  • Eastwood Boulevard Post Office0.7 km
  • K T Newsagents0.9 km
  • Londis0.6 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • Fondant Memories0.1 km
  • Harris & Hoole0.7 km
  • LifeStreams Coffee House0.6 km
  • Mendip Community Group0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Chris' Famous Fish0.0 km
  • Curry Pot0.8 km
  • Eastwood Takeaway0.8 km
  • Magic Wok0.0 km
  • Pizza Time0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Strawberry Fields Public House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chalkwell2.1 km
  • Southend Airport2.3 km
  • Westcliff2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mannering Gardens North0.1 km
  • Mannering Gardens North0.1 km
  • Bridgwater Drive0.2 km
  • Bridgwater Drive0.2 km
  • Westbourne Grove0.3 km