Manners Way is in Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS2 6PZ is located in the St Laurence electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southend West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manners Way, Southend-on-sea, SS2 6PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS2 6QP, SS2 6PY, SS2 6PU, SS2 6PX, SS2 6SE, SS2 6QA, SS2 6QR, SS2 6SQ, SS2 6SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS2 6PZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51% | 50% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49% | 50% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 29.1% | 28.8% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 50.2% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 10.8% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 7.5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 36.4% | 41.3% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 38.7% | -4.6% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 13% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 5.5% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 31.4% | 24.3% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 14.5% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.5% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.6% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 23.3% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 94.8% | 92.7% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 91.7% | 92.7% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 91.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 0% | -8.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manners Way was 34.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.9% lower than the St Laurence average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manners Way has the 13th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in St Laurence and the 165th lowest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98 Manners Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Terraced, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-03-17 | £489,899 |
| 96 Manners Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-12-10 | £328,986 |
| 114 Manners Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-03-01 | £330,988 |
| 124 Manners Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2023-01-31 | £347,848 |
| 68 Manners Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-07-01 | £368,789 |
SS2 6PZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SS2 6PZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 678 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earls Hall Primary School Carlton Avenue , SS0 0QN | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough Academy Macdonald Avenue , SS0 9BS | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's, Prittlewell, CofE Primary School Boston Avenue , SS2 6JH | 3out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Sutton Primary School Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BA | 3out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,061 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chase High School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 2out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More High School Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BW | 3out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cecil Jones Academy Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BU | 1out of 4 | 2,550 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Boys Academy Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BP | 4out of 4 | 2,726 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,728 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton House Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 1,195 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 3out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | 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 |
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplar Adolescent Unit Rochford Hospital , Union Lane SS4 1RB | 3out of 4 | 2,609 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EKCO Sports And Social Club | Ekco Social And Sports Club, Thornford Gardens | 138 yd | |
| Bake | 6 Manners Corner, Manners Way | 218 yd | |
| Thegarden@lifestreams/ Lifestreams Community Fridge | 213 Manners Way, Southend-on-sea | 445 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | The Bell Hotel, Prince Avenue | 534 yd | |
| New Indya | 4 Rochford Road, Southend-On-Sea | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southend Rugby Football Club | Southend Rugby Club, Warners Bridge Sports Ground | 478 yd | |
| The Saxon King | 160 Priory Crescent, Southend-On-Sea | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish-To-Go | Fish 2 Go, 6A Manners Corner | 217 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken | 87 - 89 Prince Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 534 yd | |
| Subway | 85 Prince Avenue, Southend-On-Sea | 534 yd | |
| Kebab 2000 | 2 Rochford Road, Southend-On-Sea | 549 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Domino's, 4 - 5 Earls Hall Parade | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Coop, 109 - 121 Rochford Road | 549 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Ecko Business Park, Priory Crescent | 606 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ekco Social And Sports Club Association THORNFORD GARDENS | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| Southend Rfc WARNERS BRIDGE PARK | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 396 yd |
| Warners Bridge Park Agp WARNERS BRIDGE PARK | artificial grass pitch | 568 yd |
| Prince Avenue Academy And Nursery HORNBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Priory Park PRIORY PARK PRIORY PARK VICTORIA AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 880 yd |
| Southend High School For Boys PRITTLEWELL CHASE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,077 yd |
| Earls Hall Primary School CARLTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 146.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.