Is SS11 7DJ a safe place to live?

Yes, SS11 7DJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 23 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS11 7DJ?

The average property price in SS11 7DJ is currently around £575k.

What is the population of SS11 7DJ?

The population for the SS11 7DJ area is approximately 314 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Basildon, East of England

SWAN LANE, SS11 7DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWAN LANE, SS11 7DJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

314

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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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10

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5/10

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4/10

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8/10

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4/10

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5/10

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8/10

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5/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS11 7DJ combines high owner-occupation (64%), strong property values (£575k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £575k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 23.6% year-on-year.

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

SS11 7DJ is a safe, established residential area on Swan Lane, 0.6km from Brock Hill in Runwell. Administratively it sits within Wickford North ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £575k, down 23.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS11 7DJ are sourced from Output Area E00108388 (shared with 7 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 7DJ. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%

Asian / British Asian3.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.6%

Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 522,500

6 sales · Mean £ 538,750

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

SS11 7DJ has low crime rates — 23 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 offences56

Anti-social behaviour12

Public order10

Burglary9

Other theft8

school Local Schools

Runwell Community Primary School

Good415 pupils0.3 km

Wickford Primary School

Good524 pupils1.2 km

The Wickford Church of England School

Outstanding151 pupils1.3 km

North Crescent Primary School

Requires Improvement175 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

Wickford Cricket Club0.9 km
Quart Pot1.0 km
Royal British Legion Club0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Yosha's0.1 km
Your Local0.1 km
Coral0.9 km
Wickford News & Convenience Store0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

The Coffee Station0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wickford1.0 km
Battlesbridge3.2 km
South Woodham Ferrers6.6 km

Bus Stops

Wantz Corner0.0 km
Brock Hill0.1 km
Wantz Corner0.1 km
Wantz Corner0.2 km
Arundel Road0.3 km