Southernhay is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS14 1DH is located in the St Martin's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basildon and Billericay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southernhay, Basildon, SS14 1DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS14 1FG, SS14 1FH, SS14 1DJ, SS16 5GH, SS16 5GG, SS16 5AP, SS16 5GE, SS14 1DZ, SS16 5AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS14 1DH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 46.7% | 48.6% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 53.3% | 51.4% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 SS14 1DH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% 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 | 58.6% | 48.5% | -10.1% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.8% | 44.3% | 19.5% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 1% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 6.2% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45% | 63.1% | 18.1% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 28.5% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 7.7% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 0.8% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 SS14 1DH this area, 7.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 7.7% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 7.7% | -9.8% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 11.9% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 5.2% | 4.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 10.8% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 56.7% | 24.8% | 33.8% | 22.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 47.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 13.3% | 16.6% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 13.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 4.5% | 10.4% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 8.8% |
| Black African | 5.8% | 15.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% | 12.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 69.3% | 47.1% | -22.2% | 81.4% | -34.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 51.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 51.3% | -22.3% | 83.2% | -31.9% |
| European Union | 3% | 9.8% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 5% | 14.3% | 9.3% | 2.7% | 11.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.8% | 23% | 6.2% | 5.6% | 17.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.4% | 52.1% | -20.3% | 83.2% | -31.1% |
| 10+ Years | 8.8% | 15.3% | 6.5% | 9.8% | 5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.5% | 12.3% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.5% | 9.2% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 7.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 11.1% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.7% | 76.7% | -20.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 5.7% | 0.3% | 5.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% |
| Southern Asia | 14.6% | 1.2% | 13.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Hindu | 12.8% | 1.7% | 11.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southernhay was 589.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 257.9% higher than the Fryerns average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southernhay has the 6th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Fryerns and the 13th highest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 337.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gala Social Club Southernhay, Basildon, Essex Other, an established residential building | £7,000,000 | 2018-07-10 | £7,858,116 |
SS14 1DH 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 | 123 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Retired | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 51 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne Line Catholic Junior School Wickhay , SS15 5AF | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne Line Catholic Infant School Wickhay , SS15 5AF | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Chapel Primary School The Knares , SS16 5RU | 4out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyllgrove Primary School The Gore , SS14 2BG | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Primary School and Nursery Clay Hill Road , SS16 5DE | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 1,618 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The James Hornsby School Leinster Road , SS15 5NX | 3out of 4 | 1,884 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 2,793 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 3,903 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pioneer School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 4out of 4 | 1,754 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Children's Support Service Langdon Hills Basildon High Road , Langdon Hills SS16 6HG | 3out of 4 | 2,526 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Bingo | Gala Social Club, Southernhay | 2 yd | |
| Cafe Pep’s | Market Site, Kiosk 39, St Martins Square | 183 yd | |
| Venus Cafe | Market Site, Kiosk 39, St Martins Square | 183 yd | |
| Surfburgers | 45-49 Market Square | 209 yd | |
| Salvation Army Luncheon Club | Fauners | 218 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q Ball Snooker and Sports Bar | Q Ball Snooker Centre, Time Square | 119 yd | |
| Katz | Katz Gentlemens Club, Time Square | 131 yd | |
| Beehive | The Beehive Public House, Southernhay | 149 yd | |
| Basildon Snooker Centre | 5 High Pavement | 311 yd | |
| Owl & Pussycat | 164 Clay Hill Road | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Himalayon Dumpling | Market Site, Kiosk 43, St Martins Square | 189 yd | |
| Matteus Caribbean Cuisine | Market Site, Kiosk 45, St Martins Square | 191 yd | |
| CEASED Mr Biggs Caribbean Authentic Food | Market Site, Kiosk 45, St Martins Square | 226 yd | |
| Potbellys | Market Site, Kiosk 42, St Martins Square | 267 yd | |
| Munchy Chicken | 18 South Walk | 316 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 13-21 Market Pavement | 286 yd | |
| B&M Retail ltd | 3-5 Town Square | 292 yd | |
| Asda Stores | Asda, Eastgate Centre, Southernhay | 573 yd | |
| Food Plus | 108-110 Southernhay | 764 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Snap Fitness (Basildon) Times Square | health and fitness suite | 57 yd |
| Easygym Basildon WESTGATE PARK WESTGATE PARK FODDERWICK | health and fitness suite | 76 yd |
| Gloucester Park Swimming Pool (Closed) Broadmayne | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 470 yd |
| Gym4All (Basildon) (Closed) EASTGATE BUSINESS CENTRE EASTGATE BUSINESS CENTRE SOUTHERNHAY | health and fitness suite | 533 yd |
| Woodlands School WOODLANDS APPROACH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 598 yd |
| Kingswood Primary School CLAY HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Basildon) SOUTHERNHAY | health and fitness suite | 760 yd |
| Lee Chapel Primary School THE KNARES | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 864 yd |
| Kingswood Association Hall Clay Hill Road | 877 yd | |
| South Essex College (Basildon Campus) (Closed) Nethermayne | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 930 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.