Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

BELLHOUSE LANE, SS9 4PJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELLHOUSE LANE, SS9 4PJ.

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Population

248

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS9 4PJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

With 39% social renting, SS9 4PJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

home £315,000 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS9 4PJ is a safe, established residential area on Bellhouse Lane, 0.9km from Eastwood in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Belfairs ward and the Southend West constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SS9 4PJ is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k.

Census 2021 statistics for SS9 4PJ are sourced from Output Area E00079939 (shared with 5 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 4PJ. The average age is 42.7. 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 Asian8.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 295,000

3 sales · Mean £ 308,333

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

SS9 4PJ has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences56
Vehicle crime14
Public order8
Burglary8
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Fairways Primary School

Good418 pupils0.5 km
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The St Christopher School

Outstanding229 pupils0.8 km
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The Eastwood Academy

Outstanding1103 pupils1.0 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding656 pupils1.0 km
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Eastwood Primary School & Nursery

Good453 pupils1.1 km
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Edwards Hall Primary School

Good381 pupils1.2 km
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Heycroft Primary School

Inadequate397 pupils1.2 km
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Kingsdown School

Good123 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Arwin Express0.8 km
  • Belfairs Chemists Ltd0.4 km
  • Belfairs Post Office0.4 km
  • Cambridge News0.4 km
  • Chemys0.8 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Woodcutters Arms0.3 km
  • Brookside Tavern0.9 km
  • The Bellhouse0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Axe That Hunger0.4 km
  • Belfairs Woodland Centre0.6 km
  • Blenheim Primary School Nursery1.0 km
  • Club Sandwich0.4 km
  • Cubanos0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Food Group Ltd0.4 km
  • Byfords Food Hall0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Eastwood Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Fish Shop 20.8 km
  • Golden Dragon0.4 km
  • Kebabs R Us0.8 km
  • Munch King0.4 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leigh-On-Sea2.4 km
  • Chalkwell2.9 km
  • Southend Airport3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Danesleigh Gardens0.2 km
  • Danesleigh Gardens0.2 km
  • Woodcutters0.3 km
  • Woodcutters0.4 km
  • Coombes Corner0.4 km