SS8 (Canvey Island) has demonstrated modest capital appreciation with a five-year compound annual growth rate of 2.1%, whilst rental growth has outpaced this at 4.4% annually. The district scores 45.7 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it at the 25th percentile nationally and indicating average performance. Population expansion has been minimal at 0.2% over the five-year period, suggesting limited demographic driver for property demand. The area currently exhibits latent gentrification characteristics, indicating early-stage developmental potential without established transformation. These metrics collectively present a profile of relative stability rather than dynamic market momentum, with rental returns currently offering more compelling yields than capital growth in this Essex locality.
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- 1Property prices up 1.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.2% per year
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What's changing in Canvey Island · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.1 points this month to 46/100, driven mainly by safety.
38 planning applications submitted in SS8 over the last six months, 3 change of use.
- Change of use of existing log cabin to massage treatments, head spas, facials and reiki healing. Log cabin is 6metre x 3.5 metre log cabin under 2.5 metre high and 1 metre from boundaryMar 2026 · Registered
- Change of use from Class C3(a) single dwelling to Class C3(b) supported living for 3 no. individuals with learning difficulties and/or mental health needs. 24h care/attendance provided by staff rotation (not live-in carers)Mar 2026 · Registered
- Change of use of first floor accommodation to provide self-contained offices (Class E) and alterations to buildingFeb 2026 · Decided
Canvey Island (SS8) common questions
Is Canvey Island up and coming?
Canvey Island (SS8) has a trajectory score of 46/100 (Average), placing it in the top 73% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 3.9 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Canvey Island safe?
Canvey Island has a safety score of 23/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Canvey Island?
The average property price in Canvey Island (SS8) is £331k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Canvey Island?
The median monthly rent in Canvey Island (SS8) is £1,220 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Canvey Island?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Gillingham (ME8), Chelmsford (CM3), Braintree (CM77), Braintree (CM7), Gillingham (ME7). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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