Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

BRIDGWATER DRIVE, SS0 0DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGWATER DRIVE, SS0 0DH.

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Population

348

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SS0 0DH's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £407k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS0 0DH is a sought-after residential area on Bridgwater Drive in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Prittlewell ward and the Southend West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS0, SS0 0DH offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 46 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SS0 0DH are sourced from Output Area E00080188 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS0 0DH. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.6%
Asian / British Asian8.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 425,000

7 sales · Mean £ 420,928

Detached

£ 537,500

3 sales · Mean £ 529,166

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SS0 0DH has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Burglary14
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime11
Public order7

school Local Schools

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St Thomas More High School

Good1216 pupils0.4 km
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Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

Outstanding1253 pupils0.7 km
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Westcliff High School for Girls

Outstanding1348 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Good420 pupils0.9 km
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The St Christopher School

Outstanding229 pupils1.0 km
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Lancaster School

Good104 pupils1.0 km
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Chase High School

Good1169 pupils1.0 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding656 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Bridgwater Pharmacy0.0 km
  • Costcutters0.8 km
  • Eastwood Boulevard Post Office0.6 km
  • K T Newsagents0.9 km
  • Londis0.6 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Blenheim Primary School Nursery1.0 km
  • Fondant Memories0.1 km
  • Harris & Hoole0.8 km
  • LifeStreams Coffee House0.6 km
  • Mendip Community Group0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Chris' Famous Fish0.0 km
  • Curry Pot0.8 km
  • Eastwood Takeaway0.8 km
  • Magic Wok0.0 km
  • Pizza Time0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Strawberry Fields Public House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chalkwell2.1 km
  • Southend Airport2.4 km
  • Westcliff2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mannering Gardens North0.0 km
  • Mannering Gardens North0.1 km
  • Bridgwater Drive0.2 km
  • Bridgwater Drive0.3 km
  • Westbourne Grove0.3 km