Collingwood Way is in Shoeburyness, Southend-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS3 8BT is located in the Shoeburyness electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochford and Southend East. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Collingwood Way, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-sea, SS3 8BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS3 8BU, SS3 8TY, SS3 8BX, SS3 8BJ, SS3 8UZ, SS3 8TX, SS3 8TZ, SS3 8UF, SS3 8TT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS3 8BT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 48.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.9% | 51.6% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 30.4% | 40.9% | 10.5% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 44% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 11.1% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54% | 48.4% | -5.6% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 36.2% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 11.1% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.1% | 16.3% | 4.2% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 14.1% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 29.5% | 16.3% | -13.2% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 5.7% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 20.7% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 22.5% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 94% | 93% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.5% | 95.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 96.5% | 95.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.4% | 37.2% | 18.2% |
| Christian | 34.1% | 46.2% | -12.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Jewish | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Collingwood Way was 17.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.9% lower than the Shoeburyness average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Collingwood Way has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Shoeburyness and the 52nd lowest crime rate of 523 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Collingwood Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-11-07 | £333,037 |
| 49 Collingwood Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-11-06 | £390,822 |
| 12 Collingwood Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-03-21 | £333,614 |
| 16 Collingwood Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-01-07 | £347,459 |
| 35 Collingwood Way, Southend-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-12-12 | £288,624 |
SS3 8BT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Catholic Primary School Eagle Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9RN | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School Eagle Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9RN | - not rated | 747 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Primary School and Nursery Constable Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9XX | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Primary School and Nursery Constable Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9XX | - not rated | 780 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Junior School Constable Way , Shoeburyness SS3 9XX | - not rated | 780 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoeburyness High School Caulfield Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9LL | - not rated | 1,553 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoeburyness High School Caulfield Road , Shoeburyness SS3 9LL | 3out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southchurch High School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4XA | 2out of 4 | 2,830 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Thorpe Bay School Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UY | - not rated | 2,830 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Community College Southchurch Boulevard , SS2 4UY | - not rated | 2,917 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 2,264 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alleyn Court Preparatory School Wakering Road , Great Wakering SS3 0PW | - not rated | 2,285 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alleyn Court Eton House School Wakering Road , SS3 0PW | - not rated | 2,285 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Rochford College 400 Little Wakering Road , SS3 0LN | - not rated | 3,060 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Barling Magna Independent School 398 Little Wakering , Barling SS3 0LN | - not rated | 3,093 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Friars | 15 The Renown, Constable Way | 650 yd | |
| Sushi Daily | Asda, North Shoebury Road | 716 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Eurest, Asda | 717 yd | |
| Archies Cafe | 15 Star Lane Industrial Estate, Star Lane | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons Barn | Frobisher Way, Shoeburyness | 276 yd | |
| Angel Inn | The Angel Inn, North Shoebury Road | 746 yd | |
| The Meadowlark | Artillery Avenue, Shoeburyness | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCoys Fish And Chips | 6 Asda Centre, Frobisher Way | 579 yd | |
| Lazy Pickle | 19 The Renown, Constable Way | 638 yd | |
| Curry Nights | 11 The Renown, Constable Way | 650 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, North Shoebury Road | 716 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Friars Primary School CONSTABLE WAY | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Elm Road Playing Fields WILLOW LODGE WILLOW LODGE THE WOODLANDS | grass pitches | 987 yd |
| Shoebury Park ELM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,024 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 189.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.