SS8 0BA is a safe, established residential area on Thorpe Leas, 1.4km from Sunken Marsh in Canvey Island. Administratively it sits within Canvey Island South ward and the Castle Point constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS8, SS8 0BA offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS8 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00109213 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THORPE LEAS, SS8 0BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORPE LEAS, SS8 0BA.
310
48
£ 39,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SS8 0BA's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £465k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £465k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS8 0BA. The average age is 47.8. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 400,000
8 sales · Mean £ 429,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS8 0BA has low crime rates — 31 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.
school Local Schools
Castle View School
Lubbins Park Primary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
William Read Primary and Nursery Academy
Canvey Junior School
Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Best One0.7 km
- Argos (Inside Sainsburys)0.8 km
- B B Grout Ltd0.8 km
- Canvey Local0.5 km
- Carousel Kiosk0.5 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-operative0.8 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Louis Fish Bar0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Subway0.8 km
- The Bay Cafe Seafood0.3 km
- A-Lin Chinese Food Takeaway0.9 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Canvey Island Social Club0.7 km
- Oyster Bay Sports & Wine Bar0.5 km
- Rio Bingo Club0.5 km
- Saks Cafe Bar0.6 km
- Canvey Island Conservative Club0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- Blue Cafe1.0 km
- Cafe Corona0.5 km
- Concorde Cafe0.8 km
- Costa0.8 km
- Douro Valley0.7 km
- + 20 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Benfleet3.8 km
- Leigh-On-Sea4.5 km
- Chalkwell6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Grafton Road0.2 km
- Grafton Road0.2 km
- Cleveland Road0.3 km
- Cleveland Road0.3 km
- Poplar Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS80BA · Data under Open Government Licence