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St Lukes

England / East of England / Southend-on-Sea / St Lukes

About

St Luke's is a residential area in Southend-on-Sea, located to the west of the town centre. The area is characterised by terraced and semi-detached houses, many of which date back to the early 20th century. It is bordered by major roads like London Road and West Road, providing easy access to the town centre and transport links. Local amenities include small shops, cafes, and takeaways, catering to everyday needs.

The area is home to St Luke's Church, a notable landmark, and is close to Southend Hospital. Green spaces like Blenheim Park offer recreational opportunities, with playgrounds and open areas. St Luke's has a mix of long-term residents and students, due to its proximity to the University of Essex's Southend Campus. The area provides a balance of convenience and community, with a quieter atmosphere compared to the busier town centre.

Area overview

On average St Lukes has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Lukes is £41,400 per year. There are 4 schools in St Lukes: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
75
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
11.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

St Lukes Population
11,208
Population density
3,190.3 per km²

Demographics

British
9,156
81.7%
Other White
540
4.82%
African
221
1.97%
Other Asian
174
1.55%
Other
134
1.2%
Total population: 11,207

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,623
34.99%
Owns outright
1,315
28.35%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,094
23.58%
Social rents from council
339
7.31%
Other social rented
139
3%
Total households: 4,639

Property prices in St Lukes

Based on 140 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in St Lukes area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £490,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£382,500
Flats22£205,000
Semi-Detached47£340,000
Terraced61£320,000

10 years price trend in St Lukes

All postcodes in St Lukes

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Data Sources

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