The Fairway is in Leigh-On-Sea and in Southend-On-Sea district. SS9 4QP is located in the Belfairs electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southend West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Fairway, Leigh-on-sea, SS9 4QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS9 4QR, SS9 4QD, SS9 4RT, SS9 4QB, SS9 4RH, SS9 4TS, SS9 4RS, SS9 4QA, SS9 4TT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS9 4QP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 53.3% | 52.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 4QP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 9.8% | 15.7% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -22.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 61.3% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 13% | 8.8% | -4.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 15.8% | 14.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
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 | 28.1% | 33.5% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 44.8% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 11.2% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 13.9% | -6.7% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 8% | 6.5% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 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.
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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.3% | 27.7% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19% | 9.7% | -9.3% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 14.1% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 14.1% | 8.7% | 5.3% | 8.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 8.7% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -8.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 19.4% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 6.3% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.5% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98.5% | 94.8% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 94.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Fairway was 44.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% higher than the Belfairs average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
The Fairway has the 16th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Belfairs and the 208th lowest crime rate of 530 local areas in Southend-on-Sea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111 The Fairway, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £419,500 | 2023-12-05 | £420,787 |
| 129 The Fairway, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-09-01 | £443,728 |
| 113 The Fairway, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-12-10 | £470,128 |
| 141 The Fairway, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2021-06-17 | £612,429 |
| 133 The Fairway, Leigh-On-Sea, Southend-On-Sea Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2018-07-20 | £388,983 |
SS9 4QP 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 4QP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairways Primary School The Fairway , SS9 4QW | 3out of 4 | 404 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edwards Hall Primary School Macmurdo Road , SS9 5AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blenheim Primary School School Way , SS9 4HX | 3out of 4 | 1,778 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heycroft Primary School Benvenue Avenue , Eastwood SS9 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,802 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Primary School & Nursery Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UT | 3out of 4 | 1,816 yd | Foundation school | Yes | 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 | 1,667 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastwood Academy Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UU | 4out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Girls Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BS | 4out of 4 | 2,447 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Thomas More High School Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BW | 3out of 4 | 2,497 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Westcliff High School for Boys Academy Kenilworth Gardens , SS0 0BP | 4out of 4 | 2,526 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USP College Runnymede Chase , SS7 1TW | - not rated | 4,390 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | 4out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Michael's School 198 Hadleigh Road , Leigh on Sea SS9 2LP | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Estuary High School 820 London Road , SS9 3NH | - not rated | 2,869 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Saint Pierre School 16 Leigh Road , SS9 1LE | - not rated | 3,384 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | 9 Stephenson Road, Eastwood | 484 yd | |
| The Inn At Belfairs | Park Cafe, Belfairs Park | 673 yd | |
| Belfairs Woodland Centre | Belfairs Park, Eastwood Road North | 703 yd | |
| Woody's Caffe | Unit 2, 60 Progress Road | 736 yd | |
| Artability Ltd | 363 - 365A Rayleigh Road, Eastwood | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodcutters Arms | 307 Eastwood Road North, Leigh-On-Sea | 659 yd | |
| Brookside Tavern | The Brookside Tavern, 357 Rayleigh Road | 887 yd | |
| The Bellhouse | The Bellhouse Public House, 321 Rayleigh Road | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Belfairs Filling Station, 108 Eastwood Old Road | 66 yd | |
| Ho's Kitchen | 124 Eastwood Old Road, Eastwood | 306 yd | |
| Fish Express | 110 Eastwood Old Road, Eastwood | 306 yd | |
| Eastwood Chinese Takeaway | 317 Eastwood Road North, Leigh-On-Sea | 645 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 299 Eastwood Road North, Leigh-On-Sea | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byfords Food Hall | 114 - 118 Eastwood Old Road, Eastwood | 351 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food Group Ltd | The Co-operative, 270 - 272 Eastwood Road North | 699 yd | |
| Lidl | 70 Progress Road, Eastwood | 794 yd | |
| Tesco | 385 - 397 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood | 887 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Park Stephenson Road | grass pitches | 441 yd |
| Belfairs Park EASTWOOD ROAD NORTH | grass pitches, tennis courts | 698 yd |
| Belfairs Park Golf Course EASTWOOD ROAD NORTH | golf | 911 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 | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.