Estuary Gardens is in Great Wakering, Southend-On-Sea and in Rochford district. SS3 0DX 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 Estuary Gardens, Great Wakering, Southend-on-sea, SS3 0DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS3 0AU, SS3 0DU, SS3 0DT, SS3 0DR, SS3 0AT, SS3 0BE, SS3 0DP, SS3 0DS, SS3 0DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS3 0DX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 48.3% | 48.6% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 51.4% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 25.3% | 36.1% | 10.8% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 50% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 7.8% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 51.1% | 51.9% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 33.8% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 11.1% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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 | 17.1% | 14.9% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 16.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16.9% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 18.5% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 25.8% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 94.2% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.8% | 96.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 29.2% | 46.2% | -17.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 12.7% | 6.0% | 6.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Estuary Gardens was 26.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.3% lower than the Foulness and The Wakerings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Estuary Gardens has the 6th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Foulness and The Wakerings and the 109th lowest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Estuary Gardens, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-06-06 | £408,377 |
| 1 Estuary Gardens, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-03-18 | £380,668 |
| 7 Estuary Gardens, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2022-03-03 | £375,230 |
| 15 Estuary Gardens, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £343,500 | 2021-08-27 | £384,689 |
| 26 Estuary Gardens, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-06-01 | £384,409 |
SS3 0DX 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 1,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Primary School and Nursery Constable Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9XX | 3out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School Eagle Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9RN | 3out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinguar Community Primary School New Garrison Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9FE | 3out of 4 | 3,159 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Avenue Primary and Nursery School Richmond Avenue , Shoeburyness SS3 9LG | 3out of 4 | 3,410 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 | 3,426 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 4,880 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | 4out of 4 | 5,296 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 | 4,130 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe Hall School Wakering Road , Southend-on-Sea SS1 3RD | - not rated | 4,210 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mim Spice | 32 High Street, Great Wakering | 917 yd | |
| Nanny Egg's Tea Room & Bakery | 63 High Street, Great Wakering | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wakering Community Centre | High Street, Great Wakering | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 30 High Street, Great Wakering | 911 yd | |
| Wakering Fish Bar | 18 High Street, Great Wakering | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 22-26 High Street, Great Wakering | 917 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cupids Country Club CUPIDS CORNER | grass pitches | 347 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 32.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.39 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.