Shoebury Road is in Great Wakering, Southend-On-Sea and in Rochford district. SS3 0BW is located in the Foulness and The Wakerings electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochford and Southend East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shoebury Road, Great Wakering, Southend-on-sea, SS3 0BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS3 0AL, SS3 0BU, SS3 0AN, SS3 0AH, SS3 0AJ, SS3 0BD, SS3 0BG, SS3 0BQ, SS3 0EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS3 0BW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 24.9% | 32.6% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 46.5% | -13.1% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 11.1% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 7.6% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.9% | 50.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 35% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 10% | 10.1% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 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.
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 | 20% | 23.2% | 3.2% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 14% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.9% | 16.8% | -7.1% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 21.4% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 17.5% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.8% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.4% | 97.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shoebury Road was 39.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.8% lower than the Foulness and The Wakerings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shoebury Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Foulness and The Wakerings and the 110th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Shoebury Road, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-03-14 | £444,837 |
| 35 Shoebury Road, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-12-01 | £420,033 |
| 39 Shoebury Road, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-08-03 | £472,857 |
| 32 Shoebury Road, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £388,500 | 2021-03-19 | £454,394 |
| 33 Shoebury Road, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-03-05 | £345,751 |
SS3 0BW 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wakering Primary Academy High Street , Great Wakering SS3 0EJ | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Primary School and Nursery Constable Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9XX | 3out of 4 | 2,004 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School Eagle Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9RN | 3out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barling Magna Primary Academy Little Wakering Road , Barling Magna SS3 0LN | 1out of 4 | 2,916 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinguar Community Primary School New Garrison Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9FE | 3out of 4 | 3,308 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoeburyness High School Caulfield Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9LL | 3out of 4 | 3,429 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 4,607 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | 4out of 4 | 5,014 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alleyn Court Preparatory School Wakering Road , Great Wakering SS3 0PW | - not rated | 3,740 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe Hall School Wakering Road , Southend-on-Sea SS1 3RD | - not rated | 3,865 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Philpott Avenue , SS2 4RL | 3out of 4 | 5,187 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mim Spice | 32 High Street, Great Wakering | 283 yd | |
| Nanny Egg's Tea Room & Bakery | 63 High Street, Great Wakering | 456 yd | |
| Buddies Diner | 124 High Street, Great Wakering | 571 yd | |
| Suzie.s Kitchen | 204 High Street, Great Wakering | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wakering Community Centre | High Street, Great Wakering | 462 yd | |
| Gt. Wakering Royal British Legion | 204 High Street, Great Wakering | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 30 High Street, Great Wakering | 277 yd | |
| Wakering Fish Bar | 18 High Street, Great Wakering | 283 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 22-26 High Street, Great Wakering | 283 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Wakering Primary Academy HIGH STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 775 yd |
| Cupids Country Club CUPIDS CORNER | grass pitches | 823 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 | 85.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.1% |
| 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.