Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

DAWLISH DRIVE, SS9 1QX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DAWLISH DRIVE, SS9 1QX.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS9 1QX 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.

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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SS9 1QX is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £549k, 61% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 55.4% year-on-year.

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

SS9 1QX is a safe, established residential area on Dawlish Drive, 0.6km 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 1QX represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% 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. Property: Prices average £549k, up 55.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS9 1QX are sourced from Output Area E00080107 (shared with 4 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 SS9 1QX. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 280,000

7 sales · Mean £ 284,714

Terraced

£ 493,750

10 sales · Mean £ 506,700

Semi-Detached

£ 457,500

8 sales · Mean £ 513,312

Detached

£ 650,000

1 sales · Mean £ 650,000

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

SS9 1QX 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.

Violence and sexual offences142
Anti-social behaviour25
Other theft24
Public order23
Shoplifting22

school Local Schools

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Leigh North Street Primary School

Good613 pupils0.3 km
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West Leigh Infant School

Good357 pupils0.6 km
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West Leigh Junior School

Outstanding514 pupils0.6 km
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Darlinghurst Academy

Good550 pupils0.7 km
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Chalkwell Hall Infant School

Good360 pupils1.0 km
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Chalkwell Hall Junior School

Good476 pupils1.0 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School

Good420 pupils1.0 km
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Westcliff High School for Girls

Outstanding1348 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Crooked Billet0.7 km
  • The Mayflower0.7 km
  • The Peter Boat Inn0.7 km
  • Ye Olde Smack0.7 km
  • Essex Yacht Club0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

83 nearby
  • Boatyard Restaurant0.7 km
  • Sara's Tea Garden0.7 km
  • Strand Tea Rooms0.7 km
  • The Hatch0.7 km
  • Fortune Garden Chinese Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 78 more
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Retailers - Other

35 nearby
  • Newsbox Newsagents0.4 km
  • SpiceBoat0.4 km
  • The Bakery0.4 km
  • Turnpike Off Licence0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's Local0.8 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.4 km
  • The Co-Operative Food0.8 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Ela Ltd Southend Kebab0.6 km
  • Just Wing It Essex Ltd0.4 km
  • Pasha Kebab Bar0.4 km
  • Pizza Hut0.7 km
  • Qmin Indian Takeaway0.4 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chalkwell1.2 km
  • Leigh-On-Sea1.2 km
  • Westcliff2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Glendale Gardens0.2 km
  • Glendale Gardens0.2 km
  • Leigh Post Office0.3 km
  • Leigh Elms0.3 km
  • Leigh Elms0.3 km