Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

HIGH STREET, SS9 2EN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, SS9 2EN.

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Population

242

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 52,800 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS9 2EN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SS9 2EN's 69% ownership and 49-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

SS9 2EN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on High Street, 0.1km from Leigh-on-Sea in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Leigh ward and the Southend West constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SS9 2EN are sourced from Output Area E00080104 (shared with 21 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 2EN. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

SS9 2EN has low crime rates — 43 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 offences55
Anti-social behaviour20
Shoplifting17
Public order13
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Leigh North Street Primary School

Good613 pupils0.5 km
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West Leigh Infant School

Good357 pupils0.8 km
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West Leigh Junior School

Outstanding514 pupils0.8 km
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Belfairs Academy

Good1587 pupils1.3 km
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Darlinghurst Academy

Good550 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Essex Yacht Club0.6 km
  • Cafe Vino0.4 km
  • The Broadway0.4 km
  • The Elms1.0 km
  • Mariners Court0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Jays Supermarket0.9 km
  • JMS Convenience0.7 km
  • Leigh Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Om News0.4 km
  • Sue Ryder0.5 km
  • + 19 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

58 nearby
  • Boba Boulevard0.9 km
  • Cake @ Annas Plants0.6 km
  • Elsewhere0.4 km
  • Irma's Pizzeria0.4 km
  • Leigh Bistro0.7 km
  • + 53 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Enfes Mangal0.7 km
  • Hong Kong Takeaway0.7 km
  • Ela Ltd Southend Kebab1.0 km
  • Just Wing It Essex Ltd0.9 km
  • Pizza Hut1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • The Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's Local1.0 km
  • Waitrose Ltd1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leigh-On-Sea0.7 km
  • Chalkwell1.4 km
  • Westcliff2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • The Ship0.1 km
  • The Ship0.1 km
  • The Ship0.1 km
  • Old Leigh0.3 km
  • Belton Way East0.3 km