SS11 7BL is a sought-after residential area on Canewdon Close, 0.6km from Runwell in Runwell. Administratively it sits within Rettendon and Runwell ward and the Maldon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS11, SS11 7BL offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SS11 7BL are sourced from Output Area E00109706 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CANEWDON CLOSE, SS11 7BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANEWDON CLOSE, SS11 7BL.
321
47
£ 47,300 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS11 7BL combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£320k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £320k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS11 7BL. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 320,000
1 sales · Mean £ 320,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS11 7BL has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Runwell Community Primary School
The Wickford Church of England School
Wickford Primary School
Hilltop Infant School
Hilltop Junior School
North Crescent Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Quart Pot0.7 km
- Royal British Legion Club0.7 km
- Wickford Cricket Club0.8 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Coral0.9 km
- Shree Radha Krishna News1.0 km
- Threeways/Texaco1.0 km
- Wickford News & Convenience Store0.9 km
- Yosha's0.4 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Wickford Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Pizza Hut1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Coffee Station1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wickford1.0 km
- Battlesbridge2.9 km
- South Woodham Ferrers6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Wantz Corner0.2 km
- Meadow Lane0.2 km
- Wantz Corner0.2 km
- Brock Hill0.3 km
- Wantz Corner0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS117BL · Data under Open Government Licence