Maplin Way is in Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS1 3LX is located in the West Shoebury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochford and Southend East. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maplin Way, Southend-on-sea, SS1 3LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS1 3JW, SS3 9HA, SS3 9NF, SS3 9NE, SS1 3JP, SS1 3NL, SS1 3NA, SS3 9NG, SS1 3NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS1 3LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 53.1% | 52.6% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 46.9% | 47.4% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 3LX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 38.2% | 45.5% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 37.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.2% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.5% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 8% | 5.4% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 40.1% | 41.2% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 38% | 34.4% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 17.1% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.8% | 22.2% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 16.7% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 17.1% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 15.6% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 21% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 92.8% | 91.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 93.8% | 89.8% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 6.1% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 90.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.9% | 37.2% | 23.7% |
| Christian | 29.1% | 46.2% | -17.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maplin Way was 77.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.1% higher than the West Shoebury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maplin Way has the 8th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in West Shoebury and the 238th highest crime rate of 523 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Maplin Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2011-09-30 | £351,138 |
| 38 Maplin Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,500 | 2002-05-31 | £392,765 |
| 42 Maplin Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 1998-12-23 | £431,571 |
SS1 3LX 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorpedene Primary School & Nursery Delaware Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9NP | - not rated | 722 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpedene Primary School Delaware Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9NP | - not rated | 722 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpedene Junior School Delaware Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9NP | - not rated | 722 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Avenue Primary and Nursery School Richmond Avenue , Shoeburyness SS3 9LG | 3out of 4 | 764 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Avenue Primary School Richmond Avenue , Shoeburyness SS3 9LG | - not rated | 764 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoeburyness High School Caulfield Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9LL | - not rated | 753 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoeburyness High School Caulfield Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9LL | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 2,168 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Thorpe Bay School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UY | - not rated | 2,168 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Community College Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UY | - not rated | 2,276 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 | 4,640 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorpe Hall School Wakering Road , Southend-on-Sea SS1 3RD | - not rated | 2,443 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alleyn Court Preparatory School Wakering Road , Great Wakering SS3 0PW | - not rated | 2,757 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alleyn Court Eton House School Wakering Road , SS3 0PW | - not rated | 2,757 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Philpott Avenue , SS2 4RL | - not rated | 3,096 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Philpott Avenue , SS2 4RL | 3out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncle Toms Cabin | Shoebury Common Road, Shoeburyness | 680 yd | |
| Harvester Shore House | Shore House, Ness Road | 827 yd | |
| Toasteas | 99 West Road, Shoeburyness | 880 yd | |
| The Polash Restaurant | 84 - 86 West Road, Shoeburyness | 907 yd | |
| Shoebury Youth Centre | Shoeburyness Youth Centre, Delaware Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoebury Conservative Club | Shoeburyness Conservative Club, 86 Ness Road | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragons Den | 91 West Road, Shoeburyness | 863 yd | |
| The Raj Tandoori | 109 West Road, Shoeburyness | 863 yd | |
| Morley's | 98 West Road, Shoeburyness | 907 yd | |
| West Road Fish Bar | 104A West Road, Shoeburyness | 915 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 78 - 80 Ness Road, Shoeburyness | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative West Road | 83 - 87 West Road, Shoeburyness | 863 yd | |
| Tesco | 162 - 164 The Broadway, Thorpe Bay | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shoeburyness High School CAULFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Shoeburyness Leisure Centre DELAWARE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 849 yd |
| Thorpe Bay Lawn Tennis Club THORPE BAY GARDENS | tennis courts | 954 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 | 32.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.52 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.52 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.