Bulow Avenue is in Canvey Island and in Castle Point district. SS8 9DL 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 Bulow Avenue, Canvey Island, SS8 9DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS8 9ES, SS8 9DJ, SS8 0JL, SS8 9DW, SS8 9DN, SS8 9DH, SS8 9DT, SS8 9DU, SS8 9DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS8 9DL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 50.4% | 53.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 46.5% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 33.4% | 35.6% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 45.6% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 8.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 48.2% | 37.6% | -10.6% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 42.4% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 13.8% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 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 9DL this area, 28.9% 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 28.9% | 1.1% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 18.4% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 15.8% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 15.4% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95% | 91.3% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 98.1% | 94.5% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bulow Avenue was 233.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 135.5% higher than the Canvey Island Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bulow Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Canvey Island Central and the 10th highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 89.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bulow Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2008-12-09 | £533,088 |
| 5 Bulow Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £233,500 | 2004-07-19 | £504,261 |
| 5 Bulow Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 1997-09-26 | £682,306 |
SS8 9DL 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 9DL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Vaagen Road , SS8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Read Primary School and Nursery Long Road , SS8 0JE | 3out of 4 | 576 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Katherine's Church of England Primary School Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winter Gardens Academy Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | 2out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canvey Island Infant School and Nursery Long Road , SS8 0JG | 3out of 4 | 1,119 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 | 709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 4,197 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belfairs Academy Highlands Boulevard , SS9 3TG | 3out of 4 | 5,342 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 | 4,905 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 | 5,190 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Izzi | 50 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 352 yd | |
| Douro Valley | 84 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 355 yd | |
| Islanders Fish Restaurant & Takeaway | 86 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 355 yd | |
| Mez Turkish Restaurant | 68 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 355 yd | |
| Sloppy Joes | 59 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canvey Island Conservative Club | 59 Long Road, Canvey Island | 216 yd | |
| Canvey Island Social Club | Labour Hall, Lionel Road | 254 yd | |
| Haystack | The Haystack Public House, 96 Furtherwick Road | 355 yd | |
| Saks Cafe Bar | 111 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 471 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | British Legion Hall, Denham Road | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 52 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 352 yd | |
| A-Lin Chinese Food Takeaway | 4 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 402 yd | |
| The Seafood Hut | Kiosk West Of Carousel, Furtherwick Road | 444 yd | |
| Pizza 38 | 132 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 444 yd | |
| Ichilliz | 116 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 88 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 355 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Knightswick Centre, Furtherwick Road | 442 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 173-175 Long Road, Canvey Island | 486 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School (Canvey Island) VAAGEN ROAD | grass pitches | 128 yd |
| Fitness 2 Beauty Ltd (Closed) Long Road | health and fitness suite | 213 yd |
| The Paddocks Community Centre PADDOCKS COMMUNITY CENTRE PADDOCKS COMMUNITY CENTRE LONG ROAD | 324 yd | |
| Fitness 4 Life Uk (Closed) 1a 1a Oak Road | health and fitness suite | 434 yd |
| Castle View School FOKSVILLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 573 yd |
| Furtherwick Park School (Closed) Furtherwick Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 585 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields KING GEORGE V PAVILION KING GEORGE V PAVILION BLACKTHORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| William Read Primary School WILLIAM REED PRIMARY WILLIAM REED PRIMARY LONG ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 801 yd |
| Canvey Island Rugby Football Club DOVERVELT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,050 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.