SS9 1BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Grand Parade, 0.7km from Leigh-on-Sea in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Leigh ward and the Southend West constituency.
For families considering a move, SS9 1BE represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% 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.
Census 2021 statistics for SS9 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00080133 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAND PARADE, SS9 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAND PARADE, SS9 1BE.
233
50
£ 52,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS9 1BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
SS9 1BE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS9 1BE. The average age is 49.7. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS9 1BE 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
Leigh North Street Primary School
Chalkwell Hall Infant School
Chalkwell Hall Junior School
Darlinghurst Academy
West Leigh Infant School
West Leigh Junior School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Westcliff High School for Girls
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Londis0.9 km
- Jays Supermarket0.4 km
- JMS Convenience0.2 km
- Leigh Pharmacy0.6 km
- Londis0.7 km
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Essex Yacht Club0.2 km
- The Cork Dork0.9 km
- Cafe Vino0.5 km
- Iveagh Conservative Club0.7 km
- The Broadway0.4 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
82 nearby- Baboush0.9 km
- La Pazzetta Restaurant Limited0.9 km
- Saltwater Beach Cafe0.8 km
- Boba Boulevard0.4 km
- Bubble Garden Leigh0.5 km
- + 77 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Enfes Mangal0.2 km
- Fusion0.7 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.2 km
- The Leigh Chippy0.5 km
- Pasha Kebab Bar0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- The Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.6 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chalkwell0.7 km
- Leigh-On-Sea1.5 km
- Westcliff2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Grand Drive0.1 km
- Grand Drive0.1 km
- Redcliff Drive0.2 km
- Leighton Avenue0.2 km
- Grand Parade0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS91BE · Data under Open Government Licence