SS8 0DW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Kitkatts Road, 1.3km from Sunken Marsh in Canvey Island. Administratively it sits within Canvey Island South ward and the Castle Point constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £346k, down 46.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS8 0DW are sourced from Output Area E00109221 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KITKATTS ROAD, SS8 0DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KITKATTS ROAD, SS8 0DW.
314
49
£ 39,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS8 0DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 49, SS8 0DW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £346k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 46.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS8 0DW. The average age is 49.4. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 332,500
8 sales · Mean £ 405,312
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
3 sales · Mean £ 327,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS8 0DW has low crime rates — 41 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
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
William Read Primary and Nursery Academy
Castle View School
Canvey Junior School
Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery
Lubbins Park Primary Academy
St Katherine's Church of England Primary School
Winter Gardens Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Argos (Inside Sainsburys)0.7 km
- B B Grout Ltd0.3 km
- Canvey Local0.5 km
- Eggalishus0.6 km
- Fantasy Island Kiosk1.0 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Canvey Island Social Club0.5 km
- Rio Bingo Club0.5 km
- Saks Cafe Bar0.5 km
- Canvey Island Conservative Club0.3 km
- Royal British Legion0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Blue Cafe1.0 km
- Costa0.7 km
- Douro Valley0.5 km
- Sugar Rays0.5 km
- The Bay Cafe0.7 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Subway0.6 km
- The Bay Cafe Seafood0.7 km
- A-Lin Chinese Food Takeaway0.7 km
- Chilli's Tandoori0.5 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland0.5 km
- The Co-operative0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Benfleet3.3 km
- Leigh-On-Sea4.6 km
- Chalkwell6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Fairlop Avenue0.2 km
- Rose Road0.2 km
- Runnymede Road0.3 km
- Convent Road0.3 km
- Jones Corner0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS80DW · Data under Open Government Licence