SS12 0BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Keats Way, 0.6km from Wickford in Wickford. Administratively it sits within Wickford Castledon ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SS12 0BU is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £312k, up 20.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS12 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00108359 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KEATS WAY, SS12 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KEATS WAY, SS12 0BU.
218
52
£ 47,300 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS12 0BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SS12 0BU has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 20.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS12 0BU. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 295,000
5 sales · Mean £ 308,999
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SS12 0BU is moderate at 52 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.
school Local Schools
North Crescent Primary School
Grange Primary School
Wickford Primary School
The Bromfords School
Castledon School
Oakfield Primary School
The Wickford Church of England School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Avicenna Pharmacy0.3 km
- Co-op Local0.3 km
- Coral0.8 km
- Garbett Chemist0.5 km
- J Clark & Sons0.5 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Posh Boys Brewery0.7 km
- The Duke Public House0.4 km
- British Rail Social Association0.6 km
- Wickford Community Association0.3 km
- Harvester Darby Digger1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Little Beans Cafe0.6 km
- Marco Polo Indian Cuisine0.7 km
- Oriental Chef0.4 km
- Poppies Café0.3 km
- Subway0.5 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Olive Indian Takeaway0.7 km
- Pink Garlic0.8 km
- Wickford Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Pizza Pizza0.5 km
- Food o’clock / USA Chicken0.8 km
- + 16 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wickford0.7 km
- Battlesbridge3.8 km
- Pitsea5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Laburnum Avenue0.1 km
- Laburnum Avenue0.2 km
- Park Drive0.3 km
- Halls Corner0.3 km
- Halls Corner0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS120BU · Data under Open Government Licence