Southend-on-Sea — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Southend-on-Sea, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£33,594
Median Annual Salary
+0.7% vs UK average
4.4%
Claimant Rate
+0.9pp vs UK average
4,990
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Southend-on-Sea Economic Overview
Salaries
Salaries in Southend-on-Sea are slightly above the UK national average. The median annual pay of £33,594 compares favourably to the UK figure of £33,344, suggesting solid employment opportunities across a range of sectors.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
Southend-on-Sea's claimant rate of 4.4% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.