Is SS11 7DR a safe place to live?

Yes, SS11 7DR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 28 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS11 7DR?

The average property price in SS11 7DR is currently around £560k.

What is the population of SS11 7DR?

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

Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

SOUTH HANNINGFIELD WAY, SS11 7DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH HANNINGFIELD WAY, SS11 7DR.

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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

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6/10

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5/10

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9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

SS11 7DR is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £560k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

SS11 7DR is a safe, established residential area on South Hanningfield Way, 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 7DR offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £560k.

Census 2021 statistics for SS11 7DR 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 7DR. 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

Detached

£ 468,000

12 sales · Mean £ 509,458

Semi-Detached

£ 415,000

3 sales · Mean £ 405,000

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

SS11 7DR has low crime rates — 28 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 offences13

Anti-social behaviour12

Criminal damage and arson7

Other theft7

Public order4

school Local Schools

Runwell Community Primary School

Good415 pupils0.4 km

St Luke's Park Primary School

1.3 km

The Wickford Church of England School

Outstanding151 pupils1.3 km

Hilltop Infant School

Outstanding244 pupils1.5 km

Hilltop Junior School

Good339 pupils1.5 km

Wickford Primary School

Good524 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

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

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Yosha's0.6 km
Your Local0.6 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Mexican Kitchen0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wickford1.4 km
Battlesbridge2.6 km
South Woodham Ferrers6.0 km

Bus Stops

Meadow Lane0.1 km
Wantz Corner0.5 km