Hilton Road is in Canvey Island and in Castle Point district. SS8 9XL is located in the Canvey Island Winter Gardens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hilton Road, Canvey Island, SS8 9XL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS8 9XS, SS8 9XX, SS8 9XQ, SS8 9XH, SS8 9XZ, SS8 9YA, SS8 9XT, SS8 9XG, SS8 9XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS8 9XL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 50.7% | 48.5% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.5% | 2.2% | 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 | 34% | 38.5% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 45.7% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 8.5% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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% | 47.5% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 35% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 11.2% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around SS8 9XL this area, 29.5% 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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 29.5% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 11.8% | -8.8% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.8% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 16.5% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 19% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.3% | 94.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 93.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Jewish | 8.6% | 0.5% | 8.1% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hilton Road was 6.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.6% lower than the Canvey Island Central average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Hilton Road has the lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Canvey Island Central and the 12th lowest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128 Hilton Road, Canvey Island, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-04-28 | £160,426 |
| 138 Hilton Road, Canvey Island, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2022-02-18 | £310,157 |
| 148 Hilton Road, Canvey Island, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2021-07-30 | £389,054 |
| 146 Hilton Road, Canvey Island, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2020-09-11 | £273,195 |
| 130A Hilton Road, Canvey Island, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-10-22 | £177,840 |
SS8 9XL 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Katherine's Church of England Primary School Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winter Gardens Academy Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winter Gardens Primary School Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | - not rated | 294 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winter Gardens Junior School Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | - not rated | 427 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winter Gardens Infant School Hilton Road , SS8 9QA | - not rated | 427 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle View School Foksville Road , SS8 7FH | - not rated | 1,104 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View School Foksville Road , SS8 7FH | - not rated | 1,104 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Furtherwick Park School Furtherwick Road , SS8 7AZ | - not rated | 1,171 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View School Foksville Road , SS8 7FH | 2out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 1out of 4 | 1,235 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 | 4,119 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athena School 167 Thorney Bay Road , SS8 0HN | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Continuum School - Canvey Island Leigh Bank Surgery , Vanderwalt Avenue SS8 7RW | - not rated | 1,752 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fast Progress Tuition Limited 1 Vikings Way , SS8 0PB | - not rated | 2,171 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Children's Support Centre Hadleigh School House , 20 the Avenue SS7 2DL | - not rated | 3,721 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Oasis School 671 London Road , Hadleigh SS7 2EE | - not rated | 3,898 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aroga Boba Tea | 1 Knightswick Road, Canvey Island | 814 yd | |
| Rhea's Bespoke Bakes | 2 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 837 yd | |
| Cakes N' Desserts | 15 High Street, Canvey Island | 900 yd | |
| Izzi | 50 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 902 yd | |
| Caffe Floria | 2 Knightswick Centre, Furtherwick Road | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Point Golf Club | Castle Point Golf Course, Somnes Avenue | 546 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | British Legion Hall, Denham Road | 863 yd | |
| Canvey Island Social Club | Labour Hall, Lionel Road | 957 yd | |
| Haystack | The Haystack Public House, 96 Furtherwick Road | 1,026 yd | |
| Canvey Island Rugby Union FC | Canvey Island Rugby Club, Dovervelt Road | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delicious | 8 Pauls Court, Meppel Avenue | 415 yd | |
| Tasty Thai Takeaway 15 Ltd | 1 Knightswick Road, Canvey Island | 814 yd | |
| A-Lin Chinese Food Takeaway | 4 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 834 yd | |
| Subway | 52 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 902 yd | |
| Munchy Chicken | Unit 3, Knightswick Centre | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons M Local, Link Road | 464 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 Knightswick Centre, Furtherwick Road | 947 yd | |
| Iceland | 88 Furtherwick Road, Canvey Island | 1,026 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 173-175 Long Road, Canvey Island | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prospects College Of Advanced Technology (Canvey Island) SKILLS CAMPUS SKILLS CAMPUS MEPPEL AVENUE | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Castle View School (Closed) Meppel Avenue | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Winter Gardens Academy HILTON ROAD | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Canvey Island Rugby Football Club DOVERVELT ROAD | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School (Canvey Island) VAAGEN ROAD | grass pitches | 761 yd |
| Castle Point Golf Centre CASTLE POINT GOLF CLUB CASTLE POINT GOLF CLUB SOMNES AVENUE | golf | 1,014 yd |
| Fitness 2 Beauty Ltd (Closed) Long Road | health and fitness suite | 1,068 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 | 60.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.