Priors Close is in Basildon and in Basildon district. SS14 1JZ 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 Priors Close, Basildon, SS14 1JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS14 1JY, SS14 1LH, SS14 1LA, SS14 1LJ, SS14 1JP, SS14 1JX, SS14 2LR, SS14 1LB, SS14 1JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS14 1JZ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 54.8% | 56.3% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 45.2% | 43.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
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 | 26.5% | 35.4% | 8.9% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 43.6% | -7.9% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 7.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 40.3% | 42.2% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 40.3% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 12.5% | -5.3% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 27.9% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 16.3% | 2.1% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 13.2% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 16.7% | 8.9% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 18.6% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 10.1% | 4.3% | -5.8% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
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 | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 85.5% | 83.3% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 76.6% 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 | 88% | 76.6% | -11.4% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 12.2% | 11.6% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 86.8% | 76.6% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 13.1% | 8.8% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 2.2% | -4.0% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priors Close was 168.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.1% higher than the Fryerns average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Priors Close has the 22nd highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Fryerns and the 70th highest crime rate of 552 local areas in Basildon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Priors Close, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-04-15 | £270,518 |
| 7 Priors Close, Basildon, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2015-10-01 | £381,279 |
| 7 Priors Close, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2010-03-15 | £348,295 |
| 2 Priors Close, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2007-02-07 | £307,901 |
| 12 Priors Close, Basildon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2003-10-31 | £390,461 |
SS14 1JZ 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhouse Community Primary School Long Riding , SS14 1QP | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyllgrove Primary School The Gore , SS14 2BG | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Primary School Church Road , SS14 2EX | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Primary School and Nursery Clay Hill Road , SS16 5DE | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Primary School Church Road , SS16 4AG | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De La Salle School Ghyllgrove , SS14 2LA | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,318 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 1,667 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The James Hornsby School Leinster Road , SS15 5NX | 3out of 4 | 2,792 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 2,879 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 | 579 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 | 3,715 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | 3out of 4 | 4,734 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hive | Basildon United Reformed Church, Honeypot Lane | 471 yd | |
| Pepes | 12 Southernhay | 547 yd | |
| The George Hurd Centre | The George Hurd Centre, Audley Way | 576 yd | |
| Miracles | 73 Southernhay | 602 yd | |
| Cosy Cafe | 57 Southernhay | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Club | 35 Kingswood Road | 919 yd | |
| Fryerns Social Club | Fryerns Social Club, Fryerns Community Centre, Whitmore Way | 929 yd | |
| Fryerns Community Centre | Whitmore Way | 929 yd | |
| Basildon Snooker Centre | 5 High Pavement | 931 yd | |
| Beehive | The Beehive Public House, Southernhay | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa John's Pizza | 10-12 Southernhay | 577 yd | |
| Canton House | 61 Southernhay | 602 yd | |
| Muffin Break Basildon | Long Gallery, 14 Eastgate | 647 yd | |
| Panku Streetfood | Asda, Eastgate Centre, Southernhay | 663 yd | |
| China City | 424 Whitmore Way | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Plus | 108-110 Southernhay | 456 yd | |
| Asda Stores | Asda, Eastgate Centre, Southernhay | 663 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 13-21 Market Pavement | 905 yd | |
| B&M Retail ltd | 3-5 Town Square | 933 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Energie Fitness (Basildon) SOUTHERNHAY | health and fitness suite | 459 yd |
| Basildon Sports Centre (Closed) | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Gym4All (Basildon) (Closed) EASTGATE BUSINESS CENTRE EASTGATE BUSINESS CENTRE SOUTHERNHAY | health and fitness suite | 666 yd |
| Swan Mead Park OSBORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 702 yd |
| De La Salle School GHYLLGROVE | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Kingswood Primary School CLAY HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Mopsies Park BROADMAYNE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,052 yd |
| Holy Cross GREAT SPENDERS | grass pitches | 1,057 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 | 147.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.