Malmsmead is in Shoeburyness, Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS3 8AZ is located in the West Shoebury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochford and Southend East. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Malmsmead, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-sea, SS3 8AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS1 3TZ, SS3 8AY, SS3 8BD, SS3 8AU, SS3 8AB, SS3 8UP, SS1 3TS, SS3 8UR, SS3 8AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS3 8AZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.8% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SS3 8AZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.8% | 19.2% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.6% | 65.5% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 21.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 5% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 8.8% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 49.5% | 49.2% | -0.3% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 36.9% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 10% | 9.2% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 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 | 14.9% | 16.1% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 10.2% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 20.4% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 16.9% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 30.2% | -3.3% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 4.1% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.4% | 85.2% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 3.8% |
In this area, 87% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 87% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 87% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.2% | 10.2% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 2% | -6.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.3% | 37.2% | -10.9% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Malmsmead was 3.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.1% lower than the West Shoebury average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Malmsmead has the lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in West Shoebury and the 5th lowest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Malmsmead, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £770,000 | 2024-10-04 | £775,534 |
| 11 Malmsmead, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2017-11-23 | £680,569 |
| 4 Malmsmead, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2017-03-31 | £729,122 |
| 1 Malmsmead, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2017-02-06 | £679,254 |
| 6 Malmsmead, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2013-03-13 | £957,550 |
SS3 8AZ 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 SS3 8AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournes Green Infant School Burlescoombe Road , SS1 3PS | 4out of 4 | 325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bournes Green Junior School Ladram Road , SS1 3PX | 4out of 4 | 447 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpedene Primary School Delaware Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9NP | 3out of 4 | 743 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School Eagle Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9RN | 3out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Avenue Primary and Nursery School Richmond Avenue , Shoeburyness SS3 9LG | 3out of 4 | 1,218 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 | 957 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend High School for Girls Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UZ | 4out of 4 | 2,048 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cecil Jones Academy Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BU | 1out of 4 | 3,330 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 4,658 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorpe Hall School Wakering Road , Southend-on-Sea SS1 3RD | - not rated | 1,325 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alleyn Court Preparatory School Wakering Road , Great Wakering SS3 0PW | - not rated | 1,524 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Philpott Avenue , SS2 4RL | 3out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 4,206 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend YMCA Community School The Ticket House , 110 East Street SS2 6LH | 3out of 4 | 4,897 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Daily | Asda, North Shoebury Road | 553 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Eurest, Asda | 553 yd | |
| Shoebury Youth Centre | Shoeburyness Youth Centre, Delaware Road | 658 yd | |
| The Smoothie Shack TB | 23 Station Road, Thorpe Bay | 768 yd | |
| Station Brew / Trattoria Verde | 2 Station Masters House, Station Road | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadowlark | Artillery Avenue, Shoeburyness | 654 yd | |
| Angel Inn | The Angel Inn, North Shoebury Road | 712 yd | |
| Parsons Barn | Frobisher Way, Shoeburyness | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCoys Fish And Chips | 6 Asda Centre, Frobisher Way | 630 yd | |
| Red Lantern | 157 The Broadway, Thorpe Bay | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, North Shoebury Road | 553 yd | |
| Tesco | 162 - 164 The Broadway, Thorpe Bay | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shoeburyness Leisure Centre DELAWARE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 746 yd |
| Shoeburyness High School CAULFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Shoebury Park ELM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,021 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 | 350 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 326.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.