Larke Rise is in Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS2 6GQ is located in the St Laurence electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southend West. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Larke Rise, Southend-on-sea, SS2 6GQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS2 6GU, SS2 6SP, SS0 0LG, SS0 0LF, SS0 0NW, SS0 0RL, SS0 0LH, SS2 6RZ, SS2 6RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS2 6GQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 46.8% | 49.8% | 3.0% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 53.2% | 50.2% | -3.0% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SS2 6GQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.2% | 35.6% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 52.4% | 6.6% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 5.6% | -5.5% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 2.8% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 55% | 47.1% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 34.4% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 15.4% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.9% | 14.3% | -8.6% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 14.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 16.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 17.1% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 29.1% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 6.7% | 4.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.9% 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% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Chinese | 5.2% | 1.8% | -3.4% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 7.2% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 4.1% |
| Pakistani | 5.2% | 5.4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 82.7% | 69.9% | -12.8% | 81.4% | -11.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 81.9% 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 | 88.8% | 81.9% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 11.5% | 5.4% | 5.6% | 5.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 81.9% | -6.2% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.9% | 13.6% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.5% | 1.2% | -7.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Larke Rise was 102.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.7% higher than the St Laurence average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Larke Rise has the 13th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in St Laurence and the 179th highest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Larke Rise, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2025-03-28 | £468,102 |
| 2 Larke Rise, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2025-03-12 | £463,174 |
| 18 Larke Rise, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2024-05-31 | £485,106 |
| 28 Larke Rise, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-04-05 | £402,368 |
| 12 Larke Rise, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2021-10-28 | £485,440 |
SS2 6GQ 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery Hornby Avenue , SS0 0LG | 3out of 4 | 51 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earls Hall Primary School Carlton Avenue , SS0 0QN | 3out of 4 | 488 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough Academy Macdonald Avenue , SS0 9BS | 3out of 4 | 1,709 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Manchester Drive , SS9 3HS | 2out of 4 | 2,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Primary School & Nursery Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UT | 3out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southend High School for Boys Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RG | 4out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chase High School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 2out of 4 | 992 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More High School Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BW | 3out of 4 | 1,864 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Boys Academy Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BP | 4out of 4 | 2,086 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Girls Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BS | 4out of 4 | 2,165 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,817 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton House Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend YMCA Community School The Ticket House , 110 East Street SS2 6LH | 3out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 2,202 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Indya | 4 Rochford Road, Southend-On-Sea | 110 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | The Bell Hotel, Prince Avenue | 399 yd | |
| Bake | 6 Manners Corner, Manners Way | 662 yd | |
| Harris & Hoole | Harris And Hoole, Tesco | 701 yd | |
| EKCO Sports And Social Club | Ekco Social And Sports Club, Thornford Gardens | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Fields Public House | The Strawberry Field, Thanet Grange | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab 2000 | 2 Rochford Road, Southend-On-Sea | 110 yd | |
| Love Thai | 128 Prince Avenue, Westcliff-on-sea | 183 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken | 87 - 89 Prince Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 399 yd | |
| Subway | 85 Prince Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 399 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Domino's, 4 - 5 Earls Hall Parade | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Coop, 109 - 121 Rochford Road | 110 yd | |
| Tesco | Prince Avenue, Westcliff-On-Sea | 701 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Ecko Business Park, Priory Crescent | 940 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Avenue Academy And Nursery HORNBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 136 yd |
| Earls Hall Primary School CARLTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Ekco Social And Sports Club Association THORNFORD GARDENS | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Southend High School For Boys PRITTLEWELL CHASE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 741 yd |
| Southend Rfc WARNERS BRIDGE PARK | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 967 yd |
| Priory Park PRIORY PARK PRIORY PARK VICTORIA AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 991 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 | 194.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.