Stanley Road is in Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS1 2HB is located in the Kursaal electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochford and Southend East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stanley Road, Southend-on-sea, SS1 2HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS1 2HF, SS1 2HH, SS1 2HE, SS1 2HL, SS1 2EA, SS1 2HG, SS1 2GW, SS1 2HU, SS1 2HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS1 2HB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 43.4% | 50% | 6.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 56.6% | 50% | -6.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SS1 2HB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.2% | 57.9% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.2% | 23.2% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -21.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 3.9% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 13.1% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 | 50.7% | 34.2% | -16.5% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 30% | 38.8% | 8.8% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.8% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 8.9% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 22.1% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 15.3% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 16% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 8.8% | 8.1% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 13.4% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 20.6% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 11.6% | 3.8% | -7.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 82.9% | 83.3% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Arab | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 78.2% 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 | 70.9% | 78.2% | 7.3% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| European Union | 15.4% | 10.1% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 3.7% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.9% | 77.9% | 9.0% | 83.2% | -5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 8.4% | 13.8% | 5.4% | 9.8% | 4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.7% | 2.6% | -6.1% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 4.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 1.4% | -7.6% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.2% | 76.7% | -24.5% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 5.5% | 1.3% | 4.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.2% | 13.5% | 18.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.2% | 37.2% | 16.0% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanley Road was 148.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.9% lower than the Kursaal average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stanley Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Kursaal and the 109th highest crime rate of 523 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Stanley Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2026-03-04 | £280,000 |
| 19 Stanley Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-01-31 | £158,821 |
| 7 Stanley Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-11-27 | £231,930 |
| 43 Stanley Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-10-25 | £145,057 |
| 39 Stanley Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Terraced, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2023-05-12 | £186,217 |
SS1 2HB area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Unemployed | 22 |
| Other | 21 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porters Grange Junior School Lancaster Gardens , SS1 2NS | - not rated | 428 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery Lancaster Gardens , SS1 2NS | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery Lancaster Gardens , SS1 2NS | - not rated | 428 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Porters Grange Infant School and Nursery Southchurch Avenue , SS1 2RL | - not rated | 453 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Windermere Road , SS1 2RF | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bernard's High School and Arts College Milton Road , SS0 7JS | - not rated | 1,728 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Bernard's High School Milton Road , SS0 7JS | 3out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | 4out of 4 | 1,953 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | - not rated | 1,953 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Futures Community College Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UY | - not rated | 2,284 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | 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 | 985 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Co P.O. Box 5597 , SS0 7WE | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Lodge 6 Trinity Avenue , SS0 7PU | - not rated | 1,618 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ocean Lodge Independent School 8 Trinity Avenue , SS0 7PU | - not rated | 1,618 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Boleyn Park 8 Trinity Avenue , SS0 7PU | - not rated | 1,660 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beis Chinuch Lebonos Westcliff 121 - 127 North Road , Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 7AH | - not rated | 1,694 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pieno-Lleno | 68 Southchurch Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 217 yd | |
| Scoops 37 | 37 Marine Parade, Southend-on-sea | 278 yd | |
| Neptunes Fish Restaurant | 40 Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea | 288 yd | |
| Happidrome | 52 Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea | 288 yd | |
| Kingpins | Talk Nightclub, Lucy Road | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon | 45 Marine Parade, Southend-on-sea | 286 yd | |
| The Cornucopia Public House | 39 Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea | 288 yd | |
| Chinnerys | 21 - 22 Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea | 303 yd | |
| Hope Hotel | 34 Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea | 303 yd | |
| Big George Entertainment Ltd | The Papillon, 14 Marine Parade | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tandoori Hut | 83 Southchurch Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 173 yd | |
| Pizza City | 72 Southchurch Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 217 yd | |
| Mr Ming | 66 Southchurch Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 217 yd | |
| Ye Olde Chippy | 77 - 79 Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea | 288 yd | |
| Subway | 48 - 49 Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea | 288 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, 4 - 18 York Road | 405 yd | |
| Tesco | The Kursaal, Southchurch Avenue | 411 yd | |
| Tesco | 4 - 6 The Royals, High Street | 452 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer, 54 - 62 High Street | 542 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk, Woodgrange Drive | 650 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warriors Swim Centre (Closed) Warrior Square | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 581 yd |
| The Locker Room CLIFFTOWN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 742 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Southend-On-Sea) MAITLAND HOUSE MAITLAND HOUSE WARRIOR SQUARE | health and fitness suite | 744 yd |
| Fitness4Less (Southend) UNIT F46 UNIT F46 CHARTWELL WEST (PLAZA CENTRE) | health and fitness suite | 911 yd |
| Southchurch Park Northumberland Crescent | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,076 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.