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About

Shoeburyness is the easternmost ward of Southend-on-Sea, characterised by its coastal position at the mouth of the Thames Estuary. The area contains a mix of residential housing, ranging from Victorian terraces to modern estates, alongside local shopping parades catering to daily needs. Its coastline features both sandy beaches and areas of mudflat, with a long seawall promenade popular for walking. The ward includes the large public open space of Shoebury Common, which fronts the beach and contains recreational facilities.

A significant historical feature is the former Shoeburyness Artillery Range, with its extensive red-brick barracks and proofing butts now repurposed for housing and leisure. The area retains a working waterfront at the MOD-owned Pig's Bay basin. Transport links are provided by the terminus of the London, Tilbury and Southend railway line, connecting the ward directly to central London. The overall atmosphere is more residential and less densely built than central Southend, with a focus on its maritime edge and open green spaces.

Area overview

On average Shoeburyness has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 70 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Shoeburyness is £52,138 per year. There are 3 schools in Shoeburyness: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Shoeburyness is home to around 11,676 people, with a population density of about 3,081.9 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
70
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
20.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shoeburyness Population
11,676
Population density
3,081.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.8(+13%)
Vehicle crime
11.82(+169%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.71(-7%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.22(-18%)
Public order
4.37(-15%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,323
88.43%
Other White
328
2.81%
African
183
1.57%
Chinese
93
0.8%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
90
0.77%
Total population: 11,674

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,144
22.7%
Level 4 qualifications or above
2,040
21.6%
Level 3 (A level)
1,632
17.28%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,599
16.93%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,281
13.56%
Total 16+ residents: 9,444

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,482
28.83%
Owns with a mortgage
1,437
27.95%
Private landlord or letting agency
924
17.97%
Other social rented
678
13.19%
Social rents from council
465
9.04%
Total households: 5,141

Property prices in Shoeburyness

Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £318,500 in Shoeburyness area, with individual transactions ranging from £101,820 up to £740,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shoeburyness in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Shoeburyness over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£409,000
Flats21£208,000
Semi-Detached27£360,000
Terraced39£300,000

10 years median price trend in Shoeburyness

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shoeburyness.

All postcodes in Shoeburyness

SS39GE

Parade Walk

SS39TY

Poynters Lane

SS39AR

High Street

SS39BF

New Garrison Road

SS39ST

Peel Avenue

SS38TS

Kingston Avenue

SS39AQ

John Street

SS39AN

Hinguar Street

SS39FP

Rosewood Lane

SS38TR

Sunbury Court

SS39AU

High Street

SS38EG

Military Close

SS38XJ

Frobisher Way

SS39YU

Fraser Close

SS39RN

Eagle Way

SS39UR

Raphael Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.