SS13 1BA is a mixed residential area on Shirley Gardens, 0.3km from Felmore in Basildon. Administratively it sits within Pitsea North West ward and the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency.
The people who live in SS13 1BA are typical of a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £217k, down 36.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS13 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00108207 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHIRLEY GARDENS, SS13 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHIRLEY GARDENS, SS13 1BA.
260
38
£ 43,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS13 1BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SS13 1BA spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 36.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS13 1BA. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 230,000
11 sales · Mean £ 273,318
Flat
£ 165,500
8 sales · Mean £ 158,812
Semi-Detached
£ 271,500
2 sales · Mean £ 271,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SS13 1BA is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Felmore Primary School
Briscoe Primary School & Nursery Academy
Eversley Primary School
Northlands Primary School and Nursery
The Basildon Upper Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Wok & Roll0.9 km
- Project Pizza Ltd0.9 km
- Golden City0.9 km
- Marathon Pizza & Mirchi Indian Takeaway0.5 km
- Martella's0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Allcures Pharmacy0.4 km
- Cellar Plus0.9 km
- Felmores stores0.4 km
- Martins0.4 km
- The Offy0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Great Chalvedon Hall0.7 km
- Essex Diving Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Ripped Gym Basildon0.5 km
- Two Lakes Cafe1.0 km
- Lise Lous Tea Room0.8 km
- Mothers Kitchen Ltd0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Traditii Muntenesti LTD0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pitsea2.3 km
- Wickford3.8 km
- Basildon4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Tenterfields0.1 km
- Tenterfields0.1 km
- Great Ranton0.2 km
- Burlington Court0.3 km
- Thomasin Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS131BA · Data under Open Government Licence