Maurice Road is in Canvey Island and in Castle Point district. SS8 7HS is located in the Canvey Island East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maurice Road, Canvey Island, SS8 7HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS8 7HU, SS8 7HY, SS8 7HZ, SS8 7HW, SS8 7HD, SS8 7JB, SS8 7HJ, SS8 7JA, SS8 7HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS8 7HS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 54.3% | 4.6% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 45.7% | -4.6% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 SS8 7HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% 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 | 20.8% | 22.6% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 52.5% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 12.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 9.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.4% | 41.4% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 35.3% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 16.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around SS8 7HS this area, 31.1% 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.6% | 31.1% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 15.6% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 12.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 17.5% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.7% | 14.4% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 7.6% | 2.3% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.6% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
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 | 99.3% | 96.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98.7% | 96.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maurice Road was 46.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.0% lower than the Canvey Island East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maurice Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Canvey Island East and the 110th highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99A Maurice Road, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-10-24 | £310,000 |
| 103A Maurice Road, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-12-20 | £278,014 |
| 103 Maurice Road, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £376,000 | 2023-07-12 | £391,525 |
| 99A Maurice Road, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2021-02-26 | £284,230 |
| 99B Maurice Road, Canvey Island, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2019-08-16 | £273,711 |
SS8 7HS 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 SS8 7HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbins Park Primary Academy May Avenue , SS8 7HF | 3out of 4 | 184 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Beck Junior School Point Road , SS8 7TD | 1out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Beck Infant School and Nursery Academy Point Road , SS8 7TD | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Vaagen Road , SS8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Read Primary School and Nursery Long Road , SS8 0JE | 3out of 4 | 1,799 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle View School Foksville Road , SS8 7FH | 2out of 4 | 936 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 3out of 4 | 2,812 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 5,109 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belfairs Academy Highlands Boulevard , SS9 3TG | 3out of 4 | 5,268 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Michael's School 198 Hadleigh Road , Leigh on Sea SS9 2LP | - not rated | 5,022 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concorde Cafe | Eastern Esplanade, Canvey Island | 128 yd | |
| Estuary Views | Monico Public House, 1-3 Eastern Esplanade | 408 yd | |
| Cafe Corona | Unit 6, Casino Parade | 485 yd | |
| Myra Restaurant | Unit 3, Casino Parade | 485 yd | |
| Jimmy Mac's Bar & Grill | Jimmy Macs, Eastern Esplanade | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windjammer's Upper Deck | The Windjammer, Eastern Esplanade | 128 yd | |
| The Monico | Monico Public House, 1-3 Eastern Esplanade | 408 yd | |
| Oyster Bay Sports & Wine Bar | Unit 4, Casino Parade | 485 yd | |
| Canvey Club | 162 High Street, Canvey Island | 1,020 yd | |
| Saks Cafe Bar | 111 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beefcakes & Shakes | 35 Eastern Esplanade, Canvey Island | 405 yd | |
| Brunos Fish And Chips | 35 - 37 Eastern Esplanade, Canvey Island | 408 yd | |
| Leisure Island Food Bar | Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 589 yd | |
| Chutney Takeaway | 269 High Street, Canvey Island | 803 yd | |
| Island Grill | 213 High Street, Canvey Island | 864 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lubbins Park Primary Academy MAY AVENUE | grass pitches | 298 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields KING GEORGE V PAVILION KING GEORGE V PAVILION BLACKTHORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 819 yd |
| Leigh Beck Junior School POINT ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Leigh Beck Recreation Ground (Closed) Park Lane | grass pitches | 983 yd |
| Park Lane (Canvey Island Football Club) PARK LANE | grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Castle View School FOKSVILLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,059 yd |
| Furtherwick Park School (Closed) Furtherwick Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,062 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 | 59 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.