St Davids Terrace is in Leigh-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS9 3RD is located in the West Leigh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southend West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Davids Terrace, Leigh-on-sea, SS9 3RD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS9 3QY, SS9 3RQ, SS9 3TL, SS9 3QX, SS9 3RF, SS9 3RE, SS9 3SS, SS9 3RA, SS9 3QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS9 3RD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 50.6% | 49.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 SS9 3RD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.5% 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 | 21.9% | 19.5% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 68.5% | 6.0% | 44.2% | 24.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4% | 5.8% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 5.4% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.3% | 52.5% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 4.1% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 33.5% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 8% | 11.4% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 10.2% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 8.2% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.4% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 35.9% | -0.4% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 5.9% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.5% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 93.9% | 93.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 4.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 93.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 6% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 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 | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Germany | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Davids Terrace was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.0% lower than the West Leigh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Davids Terrace has the 9th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in West Leigh and the 75th lowest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clovelly St Davids Terrace, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2002-05-31 | £383,453 |
| Clovelly St Davids Terrace, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £77,500 | 1999-06-07 | £385,926 |
| Clovelly St Davids Terrace, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £44,000 | 1999-03-12 | £224,813 |
SS9 3RD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SS9 3RD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School Bilton Road , Hadleigh SS7 2HQ | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadleigh Junior School Church Road , SS7 2DQ | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairways Primary School The Fairway , SS9 4QW | 3out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Academy Beresford Close , Hadleigh SS7 2SU | 4out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Leigh Infant School Ronald Hill Grove , SS9 2JB | 3out of 4 | 1,777 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belfairs Academy Highlands Boulevard , SS9 3TG | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 2,397 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 2,654 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Girls Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BS | 4out of 4 | 3,124 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Eastwood Academy Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UU | 4out of 4 | 3,148 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 | 3,430 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 | 1,397 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | 4out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Estuary High School 820 London Road , SS9 3NH | - not rated | 3,212 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,265 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 3,395 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor House Thai Restaurant | 1773 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea | 583 yd | |
| The Cocktail Kitchen Lounge Bar And Grill Ltd | 1743 London Road, Leigh-on-sea | 650 yd | |
| Leafy Plants & Coffee Co Ltd | 1530 London Road, Leigh-on-sea | 660 yd | |
| Bite N Eat | 1737 London Road, Leigh-on-sea | 664 yd | |
| Indiana | Indian Deluxe, 1478 London Road | 714 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estuary Club | 1386 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea | 916 yd | |
| Belfair Bar | 1595 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room Service Express | 1745 London Road, Leigh-on-sea | 648 yd | |
| Leigh Spice | 1532 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea | 649 yd | |
| The Perfect Plaice | 1476 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea | 714 yd | |
| Winns | 1374 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Metro | Esso And Tesco Express, 1781 - 1799 London Road | 583 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | 1663 - 1669 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea | 809 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Functional Health (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Belfairs Park Golf Course EASTWOOD ROAD NORTH | golf | 985 yd |
| Belfairs Academy HIGHLANDS BOULEVARD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 986 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.