southend-on-sea SS16 Postcodes
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Southend On Sea (SS16)
The SS16 postcode area is located in the Southend On Sea postcode town region, within the county of Essex, and contains a total of 847 individual postcodes.
There are 17 electoral wards in the SS16 postcode area, including Basildon, Benfleet, Canvey Island, Hockley, Leigh-On-Sea, Rayleigh, Rochford, Southend-On-Sea, Stanford-Le-Hope, Westcliff-On-Sea, Wickford which come under the local authority of the Basildon Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 17% of people in SS16 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of SS16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The SS16 postcode covers a number of areas in the Southend on Sea district, including Leigh-on-Sea, Prittlewell, Eastwood, Westcliff-on-Sea and Thorpe Bay.
The area contains a range of excellent schools, with one of the top schools in the area being St. Bernard's Catholic Grammar School. There are also a number of excellent universities and colleges, including the University of Essex and South Essex College.
Leigh-on-Sea is a popular seaside resort located in the SS16 postcode. It has a range of restaurants, pubs and cafes, as well as a lively nightlife and an array of unique independent shops. It is also home to the Leigh Art Trail, which is a series of art installations around the town.
The area also contains a number of parks and open spaces for residents to enjoy. Prittlewell Square is one of the larger public spaces, with a variety of outdoor seating, a playground, and plenty of room for sports and activities. The Eastwood Parklands are also a popular spot for outdoor activities, with tennis courts, a skate park and extensive woodland trails.
Transport links in the area are excellent, with Southend Central railway station perfectly situated for commuters. The local bus network is also convenient, with a number of frequent services operating.
Property prices in SS16 are on the rise due to demand for housing in the area, with an average property value of £351,100 in July 2020. With good schools, transport links and amenities, the area is an attractive option for potential buyers.
TheSS16 postcode offers a great balance of city life and seaside charm. With a range of amenities, excellent transport links and a diverse local population, the area is a great place to live.
Demographics
Essex
SS16 is located in the county of Essex, in England.
Essex has a total population of 1,802,200, making it the 7th largest county in the UK.
Essex has a total area of 1417 square miles, and a population density of 491 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | SS16 |
| Postal Town | Southend On Sea |
| MSOA Name | Basildon 019 |
| LSOA Name | Basildon 019C |
| County | Essex |
| Region | Essex |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Basildon |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
SS16 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SS16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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EH, Southend On Sea
Sunday, January 7, 2024
SS16 4RR is one of the safest areas in Basildon and frankly your stas are wrong. I've been leaving on Ramsay Drive for about 6 years now and the Police have never attended in relation to any crime ( yet your stats say Crime is High). All the houses on the road are privately owned and The unemployment rate is high because all the unemployed people leaving there are pensioners.
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Local News Essex
Armed gang tried to pull rings from victim's fingers in midday burglary
Police are appealing for information as part of their investigation
Essex LiveZoo's orangutan enclosure shut after storm damage
No animals were hurt when high winds, of around 50mph, damaged a roof, the zoo says.
BBC NewsMarshall in 33-strong GB swimming squad for Paris
Freya Anderson is picked in Team GB's swimming squad for the Olympics, alongside the likes of Olympic champions Adam Peaty and Tom Dean.
BBC NewsOld Leigh shanty festival weekend returns next month
Scores of musicians from across the UK as well as Ireland and Holland will be performing their sea shanty music for free in the scenic setting of the Old Town
The EchoHMRC Child Benefit message after April changes to benefit
HMRC has confirmed that families with one child will now receive 1,331 per year through Child Benefits
Daily GazetteWeston Homes gets go-ahead for 33m resi scheme in Epping
The project will see the development of 62 homes and almost five acres of open space.
Property WeekPharmacist shares when to take hay fever medication
A pharmacist has explained the best time of day to take your hay fever medication to help alleviate symptoms.
Daily GazetteOversight of council payments to prankster 'woeful'
A report looks at how taxpayers' money was spent getting a council's Covid messages to the public.
BBC NewsFrom the Postcode Area blog
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Death of the High Street?
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Discrimination by Postcode
You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 17% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.