Green Avenue is in Canvey Island and in Castle Point district. SS8 0LH is located in the Canvey Island Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Green Avenue, Canvey Island, SS8 0LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS8 0LJ, SS8 0JU, SS8 9JS, SS8 0LR, SS8 0JH, SS8 9LR, SS8 0LP, SS8 0JT, SS8 0LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS8 0LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.1% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.9% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 29.1% | 36.8% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 39.8% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 11.7% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 39% | 41.8% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 36.1% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 4% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
In the area around SS8 0LH this area, 31.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.1% | 31.8% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 15.4% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 11.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 13.7% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 18.4% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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 | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 93.9% | 90.3% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.3% | 94.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 94.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Green Avenue was 183.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.1% higher than the Canvey Island Central average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Green Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Canvey Island Central and the 19th highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 145.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Green Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-08-06 | £356,794 |
| 1A Green Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2023-11-03 | £246,090 |
| 13 Green Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-02-10 | £199,521 |
| 16 Green Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2022-09-13 | £263,297 |
| 12A Green Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2022-06-29 | £463,732 |
SS8 0LH 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwick Park Primary and Nursery Academy Third Avenue , SS8 9SU | 3out of 4 | 471 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery Long Road , SS8 0JG | 3out of 4 | 610 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canvey Junior School Long Road , SS8 0JG | 4out of 4 | 610 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Read Primary School and Nursery Long Road , SS8 0JE | 3out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Katherine's Church of England Primary School Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | 3out of 4 | 1,714 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 3out of 4 | 723 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View School Foksville Road , SS8 7FH | 2out of 4 | 2,317 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 4,834 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 5,212 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USP College Runnymede Chase , SS7 1TW | - not rated | 5,205 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchies Cafe | 57 Shannon Square, Canvey Island | 532 yd | |
| Starbucks | Street Record, Northwick Road | 595 yd | |
| Crazy Chef | Charfleets Road, Canvey Island | 725 yd | |
| Jones Corner Cafe | 174 Long Road, Canvey Island | 841 yd | |
| Kirsty's Cafe | Cafe, Charfleets Road | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | British Legion Hall, Denham Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pink Chilliz | 354 Long Road, Canvey Island | 85 yd | |
| Village Chinese Takeaway | 350 Long Road, Canvey Island | 85 yd | |
| New Mandarin | 358 Long Road, Canvey Island | 85 yd | |
| The Village Fish Bar Ltd | 348 Long Road, Canvey Island | 102 yd | |
| Cosmos | 357 - 359 Long Road, Canvey Island | 258 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northwick Park Primary And Nursery Academy THIRD AVENUE | grass pitches | 496 yd |
| Island Gym UNIT 22 UNIT 22 VIKINGS WAY | health and fitness suite | 497 yd |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| William Read Primary School WILLIAM REED PRIMARY WILLIAM REED PRIMARY LONG ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 852 yd |
| Canvey Island Youth Fc UNIT 6 UNIT 6 MULBERRY ROAD | grass pitches | 886 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 | 67.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.