SS8 0BZ is a safe, established residential area on Ray Close, 1.0km from Canvey Island in Canvey Island. Administratively it sits within Canvey Island West ward and the Castle Point constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS8 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00174005 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAY CLOSE, SS8 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAY CLOSE, SS8 0BZ.
265
44
£ 39,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SS8 0BZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 83% 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 SS8 0BZ. The average age is 44.0. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 290,000
1 sales · Mean £ 290,000
Semi-Detached
£ 538,000
1 sales · Mean £ 538,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS8 0BZ has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
William Read Primary and Nursery Academy
Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery
Canvey Junior School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Castle View School
The Cornelius Vermuyden School
Northwick Park Primary and Nursery Academy
Lubbins Park Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- B B Grout Ltd0.4 km
- Canvey Local0.9 km
- Nash And Sons0.4 km
- Nisa Local0.2 km
- Premier Stop N Shop0.8 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Canvey Island Social Club0.9 km
- Rio Bingo Club0.9 km
- Saks Cafe Bar0.9 km
- Canvey Island Conservative Club0.7 km
- Royal British Legion0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Douro Valley0.9 km
- Sugar Rays0.9 km
- The Bay Cafe0.7 km
- Islanders Fish Restaurant & Takeaway0.9 km
- Mez Restaurant0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- New Slow Boat0.9 km
- Subway1.0 km
- The Bay Cafe Seafood0.7 km
- Chilli's Tandoori0.9 km
- Kebab & Burger Hut0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- The Co-operative0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Benfleet3.3 km
- Leigh-On-Sea5.0 km
- Chalkwell6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Jasmine Close0.2 km
- Jasmine Close0.2 km
- Jones Corner0.4 km
- Jones Corner0.4 km
- Thames Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS80BZ · Data under Open Government Licence