Is SS11 7BY a safe place to live?

Yes, SS11 7BY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 29 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS11 7BY?

The average property price in SS11 7BY is currently around £235k.

What is the population of SS11 7BY?

The population for the SS11 7BY area is approximately 320 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Basildon, East of England

SAFFRON DRIVE, SS11 7BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAFFRON DRIVE, SS11 7BY.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10

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4/10

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4/10

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3/10

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3/10

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4/10

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6/10

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5/10

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6/10

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Area Character

SS11 7BY is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 271.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS11 7BY is a safe, established residential area on Saffron Drive, 0.7km from Brock Hill in Runwell. Administratively it sits within Wickford North ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

For families considering a move, SS11 7BY represents a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £235k, up 271.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS11 7BY are sourced from Output Area E00108389 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS11 7BY. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.8%

Asian / British Asian2.5%

Black / African / Caribbean4.0%

Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 4%

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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 91,750

10 sales · Mean £ 136,850

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SS11 7BY 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.

Violence and sexual offences62

Anti-social behaviour17

Burglary9

Public order7

Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

Runwell Community Primary School

Good415 pupils0.6 km

Wickford Primary School

Good524 pupils1.1 km

The Wickford Church of England School

Outstanding151 pupils1.4 km

North Crescent Primary School

Requires Improvement175 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

British Rail Social Association1.0 km
Royal British Legion Club1.0 km
Wickford Cricket Club0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Coral0.8 km
Wickford News & Convenience Store0.8 km
Yosha's0.3 km
Your Local0.3 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

The Coffee Station0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wickford0.9 km
Battlesbridge3.4 km
Billericay6.8 km

Bus Stops

Arundel Road0.1 km
Arundel Road0.1 km
Guernsey Gardens Up0.3 km
Wantz Corner0.3 km
Guernsey Gardens Up0.3 km