Stevens Close is in Canvey Island and in Castle Point district. SS8 8JP 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 Stevens Close, Canvey Island, SS8 8JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS8 8JJ, SS8 8JL, SS8 8JS, SS8 8JH, SS8 7RL, SS8 7RJ, SS8 8JW, SS8 8JF, SS8 8JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS8 8JP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.2% | 49.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 29.2% | 32.4% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 44.3% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.1% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 10% | 14.6% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 7.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 43.8% | 34.9% | -8.9% | 48.4% | -13.5% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 38.1% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 20.5% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 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 8JP this area, 33.3% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 33.3% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 15.3% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.8% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 9.8% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 8.7% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -8.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 13.1% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.8% | 95.7% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 95.3% | 95.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 95.8% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stevens Close was 43.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.4% lower than the Canvey Island East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stevens Close has the 17th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Canvey Island East and the 121st highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Stevens Close, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-09-08 | £325,000 |
| 6 Stevens Close, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-06-01 | £317,828 |
| 2 Stevens Close, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2021-09-03 | £341,415 |
| 8 Stevens Close, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-01-22 | £293,546 |
| 12 Stevens Close, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-06-28 | £320,322 |
SS8 8JP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SS8 8JP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Beck Junior School Point Road , SS8 7TD | 1out of 4 | 972 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Beck Infant School and Nursery Academy Point Road , SS8 7TD | 3out of 4 | 972 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lubbins Park Primary Academy May Avenue , SS8 7HF | 3out of 4 | 1,186 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 | 1,216 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Katherine's Church of England Primary School Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | 3out of 4 | 1,838 yd | Foundation 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 | 738 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 3out of 4 | 2,668 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 4,084 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belfairs Academy Highlands Boulevard , SS9 3TG | 3out of 4 | 4,273 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USP College Runnymede Chase , SS7 1TW | - not rated | 5,041 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,059 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hutch | 157C, 157 High Street | 227 yd | |
| Welcome Inn Chinese | 195-197 High Street, Canvey Island | 232 yd | |
| The Fountain | Kings Caravan Site, Kings Park Village | 386 yd | |
| Lesters Pitstop | 275 High Street, Canvey Island | 471 yd | |
| The Crafty Cockney Pie & Mash Ltd | 105-107 High Street, Canvey Island | 510 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canvey Club | 162 High Street, Canvey Island | 233 yd | |
| Canvey Island Rugby Union FC | Canvey Island Rugby Club, Dovervelt Road | 742 yd | |
| Canvey Island Football Club | Park Lane, Canvey Island | 935 yd | |
| Saks Cafe Bar | 111 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 1,018 yd | |
| Haystack | The Haystack Public House, 96 Furtherwick Road | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island Grill | 213 High Street, Canvey Island | 232 yd | |
| Yummy House | 205 High Street, Canvey Island | 232 yd | |
| Favourite Grill | 103 High Street, Canvey Island | 410 yd | |
| Essex Grill | 148A High Street, Canvey Island | 415 yd | |
| Gators | 146 High Street, Canvey Island | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middles Supermarket | Londis, Kings Park Village | 487 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Knightswick Centre, Furtherwick Road | 963 yd | |
| Iceland | 88 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smallgains Recreation Ground ISLAND BOYS PAVILION ISLAND BOYS PAVILION CREEK ROAD | grass pitches | 256 yd |
| Furtherwick Park School (Closed) Furtherwick Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 827 yd |
| Leigh Beck Junior School POINT ROAD | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Castle View School FOKSVILLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 842 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields KING GEORGE V PAVILION KING GEORGE V PAVILION BLACKTHORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Park Lane (Canvey Island Football Club) PARK LANE | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Fitness 4 Life Uk (Closed) 1a 1a Oak Road | health and fitness suite | 1,006 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 | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.