Is SS11 7DP a safe place to live?

Yes, SS11 7DP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 15 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS11 7DP?

The average property price in SS11 7DP is currently around £422k.

What is the population of SS11 7DP?

The population for the SS11 7DP area is approximately 386 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

CHURCH END LANE, SS11 7DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH END LANE, SS11 7DP.

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

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Population

386

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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8/10

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4/10

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5/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

6/10

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5/10

homeHome Ownership

9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SS11 7DP — age 48, 88% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £422k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 30.4% year-on-year.

home £422,777 median price shield Safety 7/10

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

SS11 7DP is a safe, established residential area on Church End Lane, 0.5km from Runwell in Runwell. Administratively it sits within Rettendon and Runwell ward and the Maldon constituency.

For serious buyers, SS11 7DP is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £422k, down 30.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS11 7DP are sourced from Output Area E00109705 (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 7DP. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.4%

Asian / British Asian4.2%

Black / African / Caribbean1.0%

Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 327,000

11 sales · Mean £ 324,363

Detached

£ 555,000

5 sales · Mean £ 570,000

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

SS11 7DP has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour11

Violence and sexual offences11

Other theft7

Criminal damage and arson3

Public order3

school Local Schools

Runwell Community Primary School

Good415 pupils0.3 km

The Wickford Church of England School

Outstanding151 pupils1.2 km

St Luke's Park Primary School

1.4 km

Wickford Primary School

Good524 pupils1.4 km

Hilltop Infant School

Outstanding244 pupils1.5 km

Hilltop Junior School

Good339 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby

Quart Pot0.6 km
Wickford Cricket Club0.9 km
Baresito0.9 km
Royal British Legion Club0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Yosha's0.5 km
Your Local0.5 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Mexican Kitchen0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wickford1.2 km
Battlesbridge2.7 km
South Woodham Ferrers6.2 km

Bus Stops

Meadow Lane0.0 km
Wantz Corner0.3 km
Wantz Corner0.4 km
Wantz Corner0.4 km
Brock Hill0.4 km