SS9 1AJ is a safe, established residential area on Broadway, 0.4km from Leigh-on-Sea in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Leigh ward and the Southend West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SS9 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00080129 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROADWAY, SS9 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROADWAY, SS9 1AJ.
258
39
£ 52,800 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS9 1AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 39, SS9 1AJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS9 1AJ. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS9 1AJ has low crime rates — 35 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
Leigh North Street Primary School
West Leigh Infant School
West Leigh Junior School
Darlinghurst Academy
Chalkwell Hall Infant School
Chalkwell Hall Junior School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Westcliff High School for Girls
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Essex Yacht Club0.3 km
- Cafe Vino0.2 km
- Iveagh Conservative Club0.9 km
- Crooked Billet0.5 km
- The Mayflower0.5 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Jays Supermarket0.4 km
- JMS Convenience0.2 km
- Leigh Pharmacy0.2 km
- Londis0.9 km
- Om News0.3 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
82 nearby- Boba Boulevard0.4 km
- Bubble Garden Leigh0.7 km
- Cake @ Annas Plants0.1 km
- Cult Coffee And Tattoos0.7 km
- Elsewhere0.2 km
- + 77 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Enfes Mangal0.2 km
- Fusion0.9 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.2 km
- The Leigh Chippy0.6 km
- Ela Ltd Southend Kebab0.9 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.8 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.8 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- The Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.1 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chalkwell1.0 km
- Leigh-On-Sea1.1 km
- Westcliff2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Seaview Road0.1 km
- Broadway0.1 km
- Seaview Road0.1 km
- Seaview Road0.2 km
- Redcliff Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SS91AJ · Data under Open Government Licence