How safe is Southend Central?

Crime level in Southend Central is high with about 257 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Southend Central?

Based on 140 recent sales, the median price is £235,000.

What are prices by property type in Southend Central?

Latest medians: Detached £747,500, Semi-detached £272,500, Terraced £345,000, Flats £200,000.

How deprived is Southend Central?

Deprivation score 9/10 (rank 5708 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in Southend Central?

Average resident income is about £39,700 per year.

What's the Southend Central population and density?

Southend Central population is 11,692 with density 7151.9 per km².

What home types are most common in Southend Central?

Housing mix: converted/shared house (inc hmo) 40.2%, purpose-built flat 28.2%.

How much social housing is near Southend Central?

About 4.1% across the Southend Central area.

How many households are in Southend Central?

There are 5,670 households in Southend Central

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Q: What schools in Southend Central and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Southend Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / East of England / Southend-on-Sea / Southend Central

About

Southend Central is a key area in Southend-on-Sea, located near the seafront and the iconic Southend Pier. The area is known for its mix of retail, leisure, and transport links, with the High Street offering a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants. The nearby Victoria Shopping Centre provides additional retail options, while the seafront attracts visitors with its arcades and amusement parks.

Transport is a major feature of Southend Central, with the railway station providing direct links to London Liverpool Street. The area is also a hub for local buses, making it easily accessible. Cultural spots like the Cliffs Pavilion host performances and events, adding to the area's appeal. The proximity to the beach and pier makes it a popular destination for both residents and tourists.

Area overview

On average Southend Central has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 257 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southend Central is £39,700 per year. There are 4 schools in Southend Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

257

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

4.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Southend Central Population

11,692

Population density

7,151.9 per km²

Demographics

British

8,081

69.13%

Other White

1,230

10.52%

African

438

3.75%

Other Asian

298

2.55%

Other

197

1.69%

Total population: 11,690

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,953

52.1%

Owns with a mortgage

1,166

20.57%

Owns outright

1,141

20.13%

Other social rented

168

2.96%

Other forms of private rent

143

2.52%

Total households: 5,668

Property prices in Southend Central

Based on 140 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Southend Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,050,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£747,500	£450,400	£543,750	£795,000	£982,500
Flats	103	£200,000	£112,300	£150,000	£260,000	£414,000
Semi-Detached	8	£272,500	£178,425	£250,750	£458,375	£680,475
Terraced	19	£345,000	£212,500	£252,500	£405,000	£708,200

10 years price trend in Southend Central

All postcodes in Southend Central

SS07PS

Marine Avenue

SS07QB

Western Esplanade

SS11LH

Elmer Approach

SS12BA

Southend Central

SS12WS

Warrior Square

SS07FN

Avenue Road

SS07LF

Hermitage Road

SS07NQ

Hermitage Road

SS07QY

Western Esplanade

SS07QZ

Westcliff Parade

SS07SS

Manor Road

SS11HY

Hamlet Road

SS11DU

Royal Terrace

SS11LQ

High Street

SS11LT

Elmer Approach

SS11NL

Queens Road

SS11NS

Elmer Approach

SS11QD

Ashburnham Road

SS12LH

Warrior Square

SS07QW

Westcliff Parade

SS07RG

Station Road

SS11AJ

Clifftown Road

SS11FQ

Clarence Street

SS11EF

Nelson Street

SS11HQ

Alexandra Road

SS11LZ

Napier Avenue

SS11NJ

Gordon Road

SS07FZ

Ceylon Road

SS07HB

Canewdon Road

SS07HL

Argyll Road

SS07JJ

London Road

SS07PG

Park Crescent

SS07PW

Avenue Road

SS11DR

Alexandra Road

SS11EN

Milton Place

SS11NE

Elmer Approach

SS11NX

London Road

SS11PT

Princes Street

SS12JZ

Chichester Road

SS12LG

Southend Central

SS07JP

Milton Place

SS07LJ

Burdett Avenue

SS07RF

Milton Avenue

SS07RL

Shorefield Gardens

SS11BN

Alexandra Street

SS11DG

High Street

SS11GB

Southend Central

SS11LN

High Street

SS11PG

Ashburnham Road

SS12AP

Southend Central

SS12EH

Pier Hill

SS07JN

Burdett Avenue

SS07JS

Milton Road

SS11FP

Southend Central

SS11EZ

Cashiobury Terrace

SS11JU

Gordon Place

SS11LR

Southend Central

SS12AS

Chancellor Road

SS12JP

Chichester Road

SS12JY

Chichester Road

SS12LU

Southend Central

SS07NN

Leonard Road

SS07TS

Manor Road

SS07RH

Shorefield Gardens

SS08AP

Valkyrie Road

SS08BU

Genesta Road

SS11AL

Nelson Mews

SS11BH

Clarence Street

SS11BJ

Alexandra Street

SS11DE

High Street

SS11DX

Royal Terrace

SS11HF

Alexandra Road

SS11PZ

Queens Road

SS11QE

Ashburnham Road

SS11QH

London Road

SS07HG

Ditton Court Road

SS07HJ

Anerley Road

SS07HN

Argyll Road

SS07JE

Milton Road

SS07LW

Hamlet Court Road

SS07RA

Milton Avenue

SS07RQ

Palmeira Avenue

SS11DN

Clifftown Parade

SS11EW

Milton Place

SS11JD

High Street

SS11NA

Napier Avenue

SS11NB

Elmer Avenue

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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