Woodgrange Drive is in Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS1 2XR is located in the Thorpe 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 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-on-sea, SS1 2XR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS1 2XP, SS1 2XU, SS1 2UA, SS1 2XT, SS1 2XJ, SS1 2XS, SS1 2XH, SS1 2SQ, SS1 2XB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS1 2XR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 48.8% | 52.2% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 51.2% | 47.8% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 SS1 2XR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.2% 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 | 36.3% | 31.9% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 53.2% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 9.0% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 8.7% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 56.4% | 48.8% | -7.6% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 35% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 10.7% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 12.8% | 16% | 3.2% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 12.6% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 16.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.7% | 22.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 24.8% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.9% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.9% | 97.8% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 98% | 95.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.3% | 76.7% | 15.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 40.7% | 46.2% | -5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodgrange Drive was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.8% lower than the Thorpe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Woodgrange Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Thorpe and the 149th lowest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 298 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-06-01 | £496,220 |
| 330 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-04-19 | £425,000 |
| 314 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-01-12 | £458,373 |
| 326 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-04-12 | £469,724 |
| 330 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2015-09-17 | £526,352 |
SS1 2XR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SS1 2XR 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 27 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenways Primary School Greenways , SS1 3BS | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Windermere Road , SS1 2RF | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery Lancaster Gardens , SS1 2NS | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamstel Junior School Hamstel Road , SS2 4PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamstel Infant School and Nursery Hamstel Road , SS2 4PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | 4out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cecil Jones Academy Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BU | 1out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's High School Milton Road , SS0 7JS | 3out of 4 | 2,826 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Shoeburyness High School Caulfield Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9LL | 3out of 4 | 3,039 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,995 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicholas School Philpott Avenue , SS2 4RL | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe Hall School Wakering Road , Southend-on-Sea SS1 3RD | - not rated | 2,197 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 2,357 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alleyn Court Preparatory School Wakering Road , Great Wakering SS3 0PW | - not rated | 2,500 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend YMCA Community School The Ticket House , 110 East Street SS2 6LH | 3out of 4 | 2,600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rams Fish Bar | 201 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-on-sea | 364 yd | |
| Woodgrange Cafe | 92 Kensington Road, Southend-On-Sea | 407 yd | |
| The Woofer Cafe | 157 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-on-sea | 451 yd | |
| Southchurch Park Cafe | Cafe, Southchurch Park | 610 yd | |
| Ocean Beach Cafe | Ocean Beach, Eastern Esplanade | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle | 92 Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea | 708 yd | |
| Mawson's Micro Pub | 781 Southchurch Road, Southend-On-Sea | 713 yd | |
| The Exchange | 659 - 665 Southchurch Road, Southend-on-sea | 714 yd | |
| Southend Brewers Fayre | Brewers Fayre, 64 Eastern Esplanade | 754 yd | |
| Halfway House Toby Carvery (Thorpe Bay) | Toby Carvery, 213 Eastern Esplanade | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Garden Chinese Takeaway | 192 Woodgrange Drive, Southend-on-sea | 439 yd | |
| Good Eating Chinese Takeaway | 704 Southchurch Road, Southend-On-Sea | 675 yd | |
| Kingfisher | 740 Southchurch Road, Southend-On-Sea | 676 yd | |
| The Friary | 145 Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea | 681 yd | |
| Coffee Station | Southend East Railway Station, Ambleside Drive | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Uk, Woodgrange Drive | 590 yd | |
| Tesco | 500 - 520 Southchurch Road, Southend-On-Sea | 779 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket Ltd, Unit 1 | 811 yd | |
| Nick's Convenience Store | 493 - 495 Southchurch Road, Southend-on-sea | 891 yd | |
| Tesco | The Kursaal, Southchurch Avenue | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southchurch Park East (Closed) Lifstan Way | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Southchurch Park Northumberland Crescent | grass pitches, tennis courts | 470 yd |
| Southend High School For Girls SOUTHCHURCH BOULEVARD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 955 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 | 158.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 245.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.