Nobel Square is in Burnt Mills Industrial Estate, Basildon and in Basildon district. SS13 1LS is located in the Pitsea North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Basildon and East Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nobel Square, Burnt Mills Industrial Estate, Basildon, SS13 1LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS13 1LP, SS13 1QE, SS13 1LT, SS13 1LD, SS13 1EP, SS13 1DJ, SS13 1ES, SS13 1QD, SS13 1EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS13 1LS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.6% | 32.5% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 45.3% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.9% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 11.5% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 45% | 39.6% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 38.6% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.5% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 5.9% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 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.
In the area around SS13 1LS this area, 35.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 35.1% | 7.3% | 18.2% | 16.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 13.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 13.9% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 14.7% | -4.7% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.2% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 9.7% | 2% | -7.7% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 73.4% | 73% | -0.4% | 81.4% | -8.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 5.9% | 10.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 10.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 0.2% | 6.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
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 | 88.2% | 92.7% | 4.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 6.9% | 2.3% | -4.6% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 92.7% | 5.2% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 0.3% | -8.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nobel Square was 214.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.8% higher than the Pitsea North West average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Nobel Square has the 3rd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pitsea North West and the 49th highest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% 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 Nobel Square, Basildon, Essex Other, an established residential building | £560,496 | 2024-05-20 | £561,099 |
| 8 Nobel Square, Basildon, Essex Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-07-08 | £251,351 |
| 9 Nobel Square, Basildon, Essex Other, an established residential building | £243,750 | 2017-08-21 | £255,279 |
| 2 Nobel Square, Basildon, Essex Other, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2017-04-07 | £346,853 |
| 6 Nobel Square, Basildon, Essex Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2014-05-06 | £279,000 |
SS13 1LS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felmore Primary School Davenants , Pitsea SS13 1QX | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Felmore Infant School Davenants , Pitsea SS13 1QX | - not rated | 949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Felmore Primary School Davenants , Pitsea SS13 1QX | - not rated | 949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Felmore Junior School Davenants , Pitsea SS13 1QX | - not rated | 949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Briscoe Primary School and Nursery Felmores End , Pitsea SS13 1PN | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bromfords School Grange Avenue , SS12 0LZ | - not rated | 2,250 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bromfords School Grange Avenue , SS12 0LZ | - not rated | 2,250 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fryerns Community School Craylands , SS14 3RN | - not rated | 2,369 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 2,387 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalvedon School Wickford Avenue , Pitsea SS13 3HL | - not rated | 2,387 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prospects College of Advanced Technology Luckyn Lane , SS14 3AY | - not rated | 5,083 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | - not rated | 1,866 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | - not rated | 1,866 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 2,898 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Essex Pupil Referral Unit Fairview Road , SS14 1PW | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairview School Fairview Road , SS14 1PW | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ripped Gym Basildon | Harvey Road | 217 yd | |
| Burnt Mills Cafe | Burnt Mills Cafe, Ridley Road | 269 yd | |
| All Seasons Restaurant | Alton Garden Centre, Arterial Road | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dick Turpin | Dick Turpin, Southend Arterial Road | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Chilles Indian cuisine | 2b Ridley Road | 227 yd | |
| Marathon Pizza & Mirchi Indian Takeaway | 36 Britannia Court | 362 yd | |
| Wok & Roll | 16 Repton Court, Repton Close | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ripped Gym (Basildon) HARVEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 176 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 | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 19.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 19.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.