Bristol Road is in Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS2 6XA 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 Bristol Road, Southend-on-sea, SS2 6XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS2 6UY, SS2 6XB, SS2 6XD, SS2 6XL, SS2 6UZ, SS2 6XJ, SS2 6UX, SS2 6XN, SS2 6XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS2 6XA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 48.7% | 48.7% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51.3% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 29.5% | 34.6% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 47.1% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.1% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 9.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 45.3% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 36.3% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 11.5% | -8.0% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| 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.
In the area around SS2 6XA this area, 28.8% 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.4% | 28.8% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 17.1% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 7.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 14.6% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 15.4% | 9.7% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 17.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 89.9% | 92.8% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 94% | 94.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 93.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bristol Road was 130.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.0% higher than the St Laurence average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bristol Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in St Laurence and the 129th highest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Bristol Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-11-12 | £498,431 |
| 18 Bristol Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-09-13 | £340,887 |
| 11 Bristol Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-02-29 | £389,904 |
| 4 Bristol Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-10-23 | £289,536 |
| 9 Bristol Road, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2021-12-10 | £383,308 |
SS2 6XA 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.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery Hornby Avenue , SS0 0LG | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earls Hall Primary School Carlton Avenue , SS0 0QN | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Primary School & Nursery Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UT | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochford Primary and Nursery School 6 Ashingdon Road , SS4 1NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heycroft Primary School Benvenue Avenue , Eastwood SS9 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 2,150 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,623 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chase High School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 2out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastwood Academy Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UU | 4out of 4 | 2,054 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More High School Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BW | 3out of 4 | 2,205 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Boys Academy Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BP | 4out of 4 | 2,476 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 | 3,595 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 | 1,755 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 1,843 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton House Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 1,971 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplar Adolescent Unit Rochford Hospital , Union Lane SS4 1RB | 3out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | 4out of 4 | 2,480 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKYCAFE (Landside) | London Southend Airport, Southend Airport | 539 yd | |
| The Pilot | London Southend Airport, Southend Airport | 539 yd | |
| Gate Aviation Services | London Southend Airport, Southend Airport | 539 yd | |
| Giraffe Stop | London Southend Airport, Southend Airport | 539 yd | |
| SKYCAFE (Landside) | Terminal Main Building, Southend Airport | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Rugby & Football Club | The Gables, Aviation Way | 885 yd | |
| Strawberry Fields Public House | The Strawberry Field, Thanet Grange | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab 2000 | 2 Rochford Road, Southend-On-Sea | 799 yd | |
| Fish-To-Go | Fish 2 Go, 6A Manners Corner | 816 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco, Prince Avenue | 953 yd | |
| KFC | Kefco House, Rochford Business Park | 989 yd | |
| Love Thai | 128 Prince Avenue, Westcliff-on-sea | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Coop, 109 - 121 Rochford Road | 799 yd | |
| Tesco | Prince Avenue, Westcliff-On-Sea | 975 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Avenue Academy And Nursery HORNBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Flights Leisure (Closed) Aviation Way | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 940 yd |
| Athenaeum Club Ltd Aviation Way | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool | 970 yd |
| Southend Rfc WARNERS BRIDGE PARK | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,006 yd |
| Warners Bridge Park Agp WARNERS BRIDGE PARK | artificial grass pitch | 1,060 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.71 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.