Is SS11 7DX a safe place to live?

Yes, SS11 7DX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 41 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS11 7DX?

The average property price in SS11 7DX is currently around £420k.

What is the population of SS11 7DX?

The population for the SS11 7DX area is approximately 310 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

MEADOW LANE, SS11 7DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADOW LANE, SS11 7DX.

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

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Population

310

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

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

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

SS11 7DX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £420k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SS11 7DX is a safe, established residential area on Meadow Lane, 0.7km from Runwell in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Rettendon and Runwell ward and the Maldon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS11, SS11 7DX offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% 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 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £420k.

Census 2021 statistics for SS11 7DX are sourced from Output Area E00109701 (shared with 14 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 7DX. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean2.0%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 37%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 600,000

1 sales · Mean £ 600,000

Detached

£ 380,000

3 sales · Mean £ 366,666

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

SS11 7DX has low crime rates — 41 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 offences10

Criminal damage and arson7

Other theft5

Drugs3

school Local Schools

Runwell Community Primary School

Good415 pupils0.7 km

St Luke's Park Primary School

1.0 km

The Wickford Church of England School

Outstanding151 pupils1.5 km

Hilltop Infant School

Outstanding244 pupils1.5 km

Hilltop Junior School

Good339 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Quart Pot0.6 km
Baresito0.6 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Heidis1.0 km
Mexican Kitchen0.6 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Yosha's0.9 km
Your Local0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wickford1.6 km
Battlesbridge2.4 km
South Woodham Ferrers5.8 km

Bus Stops

Meadow Lane0.4 km