Holmesdale Close is in Westcliff-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS0 0QW is located in the Prittlewell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southend West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holmesdale Close, Westcliff-on-sea, SS0 0QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS0 0PW, SS0 0PT, SS0 0QE, SS0 0PU, SS0 0PR, SS0 0QF, SS0 0PL, SS0 0PP, SS0 0PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS0 0QW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 48.2% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.8% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SS0 0QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.5% | 33.8% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 52.6% | 4.1% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.8% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 4.5% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.4% | 46.8% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 37.6% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 12.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.7% | 16.1% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 8.7% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 12.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.8% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 19.3% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 33.1% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 5.8% | 10.1% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 7.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 85% | 76.7% | -8.3% | 81.4% | -4.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 77% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 77% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 5.6% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.8% | 11.5% | 3.7% | 5.6% | 5.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.6% | 77.2% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.1% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.8% | 1.8% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 5.1% | -2.4% | 1.9% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| North Africa | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 5.4% | 1.7% | 3.7% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 7.4% | 6.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holmesdale Close was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.7% lower than the Prittlewell average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Holmesdale Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Prittlewell and the 101st lowest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Holmsdale Close, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2022-10-31 | £566,910 |
| 7 Holmsdale Close, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-03-22 | £445,390 |
| 3 Holmsdale Close, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2010-08-03 | £561,828 |
| 7 Holmesdale Close, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2008-04-07 | £513,314 |
| 3 Holmesdale Close, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £236,500 | 2004-06-28 | £526,092 |
SS0 0QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earls Hall Primary School Carlton Avenue , SS0 0QN | 3out of 4 | 864 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Manchester Drive , SS9 3HS | 2out of 4 | 978 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery Hornby Avenue , SS0 0LG | 3out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalkwell Hall Junior School London Road , SS9 3NL | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalkwell Hall Infant School London Road , SS9 3NL | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More High School Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BW | 3out of 4 | 712 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chase High School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 2out of 4 | 763 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Boys Academy Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BP | 4out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Girls Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BS | 4out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Southend High School for Boys Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RG | 4out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Essex College of Further and Higher Education Luker Road , SS1 1ND | - not rated | 2,936 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Estuary High School 820 London Road , SS9 3NH | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | 4out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Pierre School 16 Leigh Road , SS9 1LE | - not rated | 1,446 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LifeStreams Coffee House | St Peters Church, Eastbourne Grove | 152 yd | |
| Spice Of Life | Splice Of Life, Southend University Hospital | 567 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Southend University Hospital, Prittlewell Chase | 567 yd | |
| Fondant Memories | 90 Bridgwater Drive, Westcliff-On-Sea | 646 yd | |
| Harris & Hoole | Harris And Hoole, Tesco | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porters Pub | 367 Westborough Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 832 yd | |
| Strawberry Fields Public House | The Strawberry Field, Thanet Grange | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Wok | 78 Bridgwater Drive, Westcliff-On-Sea | 560 yd | |
| Chris' Famous Fish | Chris Famous Fish, 68 Bridgwater Drive | 560 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 23 Commercial Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 561 yd | |
| Eat Well | 373 Westborough Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 832 yd | |
| Chilli Green | 363 Westborough Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Prince Avenue, Westcliff-On-Sea | 750 yd | |
| Tesco | 667 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chase Sports & Fitness Centre PRITTLEWELL CHASE | health and fitness suite | 264 yd |
| Chase High School PRITTLEWELL CHASE | grass pitches | 297 yd |
| Playfootball Southend CHASE HIGH SCHOOL CHASE HIGH SCHOOL PRITTLEWELL CHASE | artificial grass pitch | 297 yd |
| South Essex College (Wellstead Gardens Sports Ground) WELLSTEAD GARDEN | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 519 yd |
| Cavendish Gardens CAVENDISH SPORTS GROUND CAVENDISH SPORTS GROUND CLATTERFIELD GARDENS | tennis courts | 687 yd |
| Earls Hall Primary School CARLTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| St Thomas More High School KENILWORTH GARDENS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 838 yd |
| Westcliff High School For Boys KENILWORTH GARDENS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 939 yd |
| Westcliff High School For Girls Playing Fields TREECOT DRIVE | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Bridgewater Drive Playing Fields COCKETHURST CLOSE | grass pitches | 985 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.