Carpenters Close is in Little Wakering, Southend-On-Sea and in Rochford district. SS3 0LF 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 Carpenters Close, Little Wakering, Southend-on-sea, SS3 0LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS3 0LB, SS3 0LA, SS3 0JP, SS3 0GB, SS3 0GA, SS3 0LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS3 0LF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.4% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.6% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 23.1% | 34.4% | 11.3% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 48% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0.7% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 8.6% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 35.8% | 48.6% | 12.8% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 44.7% | 30.9% | -13.8% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 17% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.8% | 26.1% | 5.3% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 12.9% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 20.7% | -5.8% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 98.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.1% | 97.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carpenters Close was 139.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 155.3% higher than the Foulness and The Wakerings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carpenters Close has the highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Foulness and The Wakerings and the 13th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 111.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Carpenters Close, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £342,500 | 2012-12-18 | £629,944 |
| 1 Carpenters Close, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 1998-05-20 | £690,346 |
| 4 Carpenters Close, Southend-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 1996-03-08 | £630,275 |
SS3 0LF 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.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Other | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barling Magna Primary Academy Little Wakering Road , Barling Magna SS3 0LN | 1out of 4 | 522 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wakering Primary Academy High Street , Great Wakering SS3 0EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,136 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournes Green Infant School Burlescoombe Road , SS1 3PS | 4out of 4 | 3,233 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournes Green Junior School Ladram Road , SS1 3PX | 4out of 4 | 3,320 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Primary School and Nursery Constable Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9XX | 3out of 4 | 3,439 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 3,704 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cecil Jones Academy Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BU | 1out of 4 | 3,965 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | 4out of 4 | 3,991 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Shoeburyness High School Caulfield Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9LL | 3out of 4 | 3,992 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 2,471 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe Hall School Wakering Road , Southend-on-Sea SS1 3RD | - not rated | 2,801 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Philpott Avenue , SS2 4RL | 3out of 4 | 3,799 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 4,924 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Inn | 181 Little Wakering Road, Little Wakering | 442 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.