Fossetts Drive is in Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS2 4HF is located in the St. Luke's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochford and Southend East. This postcode has been in use since 2008-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fossetts Drive, Southend-on-sea, SS2 4HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS2 4HF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55% | 51.6% | -3.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 45% | 48.4% | 3.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 31.9% | 37.9% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 45.2% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 5.7% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 39.3% | 38.7% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 35.6% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 18.3% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 6.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 SS2 4HF this area, 28.5% 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 28.5% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 16.2% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 10.8% | -7.3% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 21.5% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 15.4% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.5% | 89.5% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 94.4% | 89.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.6% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 93.8% | 89.4% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 33.4% | 46.2% | -12.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 6.3% | 6.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fossetts Drive was 527.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 492.2% higher than the St. Luke's average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Fossetts Drive has the highest crime rate of 29 local areas in St. Luke's and the 15th highest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit B1 Fossetts Drive, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Other, an established residential building | £6,797,945 | 2018-03-06 | £7,444,256 |
| B & Q Plc Fossetts Drive, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Other, an established residential building | £24,250,000 | 2013-06-19 | £41,177,620 |
SS2 4HF 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Sutton Primary School Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BA | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournemouth Park Academy Bournemouth Park Road , SS2 5JN | 3out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamstel Junior School Hamstel Road , SS2 4PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamstel Infant School and Nursery Hamstel Road , SS2 4PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Windermere Road , SS1 2RF | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil Jones Academy Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BU | 1out of 4 | 651 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | 4out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Southend High School for Boys Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RG | 4out of 4 | 2,332 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 2,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase High School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 2out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,363 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 645 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend YMCA Community School The Ticket House , 110 East Street SS2 6LH | 3out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Philpott Avenue , SS2 4RL | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton House Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alleyn Court Preparatory School Wakering Road , Great Wakering SS3 0PW | - not rated | 2,658 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Restaurants Ltd | 266 Eastern Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 603 yd | |
| Cafe@thesquare | 11 Cluny Square, Southend-On-Sea | 641 yd | |
| Kids Kingdom | Garon Park, Southend-On-Sea | 869 yd | |
| St Anns Builders Merchants | St Anns Manufacturing Co Ltd, Bentalls Close | 1,037 yd | |
| Imis Spice Kitchen | 500 Sutton Road, Southend-on-sea | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Grill | 21 Cluny Square, Southend-on-sea | 629 yd | |
| Cluny Fish Bar | 23 Cluny Square, Southend-On-Sea | 641 yd | |
| Plaice To Be | 343 Hamstel Road, Southend-On-Sea | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station) | Waitrose Superstore, Fossetts Way | 233 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Puregym (Southend Fossetts Park) UNIT A UNIT B1 AND UNIT B2 UNIT A UNIT B1 AND UNIT B2 FOSSETTS DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 33 yd |
| Boots And Laces Training Ground EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 399 yd |
| Temple Sutton Primary School EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Cecil Jones Academy EASTERN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 495 yd |
| Cecil Jones Academy Playing Fields EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 531 yd |
| Essex Ccc (Garons Park) GARONS SPORTS PARK GARONS SPORTS PARK GARONS PARK | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Jones Memorial Ground EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre SOUTHEND LEISURE AND TENNIS CENTRE SOUTHEND LEISURE AND TENNIS CENTRE GARONS PARK | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 676 yd |
| Cecil Jones Academy (Lower Site) (Closed) Wentworth Road | 737 yd | |
| Youth Ground GARON PARK | grass pitches | 1,002 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.