SS9 1DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Grand Parade, 0.9km 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 1DS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £368k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS9 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00080103 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAND PARADE, SS9 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAND PARADE, SS9 1DS.
228
54
£ 52,800 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS9 1DS 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
SS9 1DS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 65% 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 1DS. The average age is 54.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 368,000
1 sales · Mean £ 368,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS9 1DS has low crime rates — 29 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
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
West Leigh Junior School
West Leigh Infant School
Westcliff High School for Girls
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Londis0.8 km
- Jays Supermarket0.4 km
- JMS Convenience0.4 km
- Leigh Pharmacy0.7 km
- Londis0.5 km
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Essex Yacht Club0.4 km
- The Cork Dork0.7 km
- Cafe Vino0.7 km
- Iveagh Conservative Club0.6 km
- The Broadway0.6 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
80 nearby- Baboush0.8 km
- La Pazzetta Restaurant Limited0.8 km
- Saltwater Beach Cafe0.7 km
- Tides0.9 km
- Boba Boulevard0.4 km
- + 75 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Enfes Mangal0.4 km
- Fusion0.5 km
- Hong Kong Takeaway0.4 km
- The Leigh Chippy0.4 km
- Pasha Kebab Bar0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- The Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.6 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.4 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chalkwell0.5 km
- Leigh-On-Sea1.6 km
- Westcliff2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Grand Parade0.1 km
- Grand Parade0.1 km
- Grand Drive0.1 km
- Grand Drive0.1 km
- Leigh Cliff Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS91DS · Data under Open Government Licence