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.
BELLHOUSE LANE, SS9 4PJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELLHOUSE LANE, SS9 4PJ.
248
43
£ 42,800 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Fairways Primary School
The St Christopher School
The Eastwood Academy
Blenheim Primary School
Eastwood Primary School & Nursery
Edwards Hall Primary School
Heycroft Primary School
Kingsdown School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Woodcutters Arms0.3 km
- Brookside Tavern0.9 km
- The Bellhouse0.9 km
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
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-Operative Food Group Ltd0.4 km
- Byfords Food Hall0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
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
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Postcode Profile: SS94PJ · Data under Open Government Licence