Kings Keep is in Westcliff-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS0 8LW is located in the Chalkwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southend West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kings Keep, Westcliff-on-sea, SS0 8LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS0 8LL, SS0 8LR, SS0 8LP, SS0 8LE, SS0 8LD, SS0 8LS, SS0 8LB, SS0 8BG, SS0 8LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS0 8LW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 52.9% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 50.7% | 47.1% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 8LW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 31.4% | 25.1% | -6.3% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 60.1% | 5.7% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 7.4% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 53.6% | 52% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 29.8% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 11% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 5% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 17.8% | 21.4% | 3.6% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.3% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 4.2% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 15.2% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 36.6% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 93.4% | 93.5% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 92.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 92.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.7% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 92.7% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0.5% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kings Keep was 91.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.1% lower than the Chalkwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kings Keep has the 13th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Chalkwell and the 198th highest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% 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 Kings Keep, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-04-30 | £341,429 |
| 9 Kings Keep, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-08-28 | £438,532 |
| 2 Kings Keep, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2018-11-16 | £282,455 |
| 3 Kings Keep, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2017-10-16 | £283,421 |
| 8 Kings Keep, Westcliff-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2016-11-29 | £281,867 |
SS0 8LW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Other | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalkwell Hall Junior School London Road , SS9 3NL | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalkwell Hall Infant School London Road , SS9 3NL | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Manchester Drive , SS9 3HS | 2out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough Academy Macdonald Avenue , SS0 9BS | 3out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton Hall Primary School and Nursery Salisbury Avenue , SS0 7AU | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chase High School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 2out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's High School Milton Road , SS0 7JS | 3out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Boys Academy Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BP | 4out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Girls Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BS | 4out of 4 | 1,623 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Southend High School for Boys Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RG | 4out of 4 | 1,698 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 | 2,139 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Pierre School 16 Leigh Road , SS9 1LE | - not rated | 757 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Estuary High School 820 London Road , SS9 3NH | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Lancaster School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton House Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 1,793 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend YMCA Community School The Ticket House , 110 East Street SS2 6LH | 3out of 4 | 2,144 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Pizzeria | 640 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 433 yd | |
| RedChilliezs | 629 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 463 yd | |
| Jay Jean's Cafe | 571 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 485 yd | |
| Lila's Spa Ltd | Unit C, Chalkwell Park House | 511 yd | |
| Peri Peri Original | 725 London Road, Westcliff-on-sea | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex County Bowling Club | Imperial Avenue, Westcliff-On-Sea | 270 yd | |
| The Trading Rooms | The Trading Room, 522 London Road | 408 yd | |
| Westcliff Royal British Legion | The British Legion, 7 - 9 Northview Drive | 593 yd | |
| The Plough | 426 - 428 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 613 yd | |
| The Lamb And Lion Grill | The Lamb And Lion Public House, 272 - 274 Station Road | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mighty Pizza/Brit's Pizzeria | 494 London Road, Westcliff-on-sea | 507 yd | |
| Morley's Fried Chicken | Morley's, 717 London Road | 533 yd | |
| Bear Fish And Chips | 495 London Road, Westcliff-on-sea | 584 yd | |
| Kebab Express | 438 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 613 yd | |
| Delhi Wraps | 363 Westborough Road, Westcliff-on-sea | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 536 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 402 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, 666 - 686 London Road | 476 yd | |
| Tesco | 667 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 482 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 467 London Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | 603 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury Supermarkets Ltd, 113 - 115 Hamlet Court Road | 781 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Saviours Church Hall ST SAVIOURS CHURCH HALL ST SAVIOURS CHURCH HALL CHADWICK ROAD | 68 yd | |
| Essex County Indoor Bowls Club IMPERIAL AVENUE | indoor bowls | 291 yd |
| Crowstone Preparatory School (Closed) Crowstone Road | grass pitches | 329 yd |
| Invicta Tennis And Table Tennis Club Crosby Road | tennis courts | 422 yd |
| Crowstone & St Saviours Lawn Tennis Club Crosby Road | tennis courts | 453 yd |
| Westcliff Health Club (Closed) Valkyrie Road | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Westcliff Hardcourt Tennis Club WESTCLIFF HARDCOURT TENNIS CLUB WESTCLIFF HARDCOURT TENNIS CLUB THE RIDGEWAY | tennis courts | 663 yd |
| Chalkwell Park CHALKWELL PARK CHALKWELL PARK LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 668 yd |
| The Academy Fitness (Closed) 353-361 353-361 London Road | health and fitness suite | 845 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 | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 146.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 146.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 27.58 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.