SS16 4BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Puck Lane, 0.5km from Kingswood in Basildon. Administratively it sits within Nethermayne ward and the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency.
The people who live in SS16 4BB are typical of a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS16 4BB are sourced from Output Area E00108169 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PUCK LANE, SS16 4BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PUCK LANE, SS16 4BB.
340
39
£ 49,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS16 4BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SS16 4BB's 53% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS16 4BB. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 265,000
5 sales · Mean £ 284,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS16 4BB has low crime rates — 31 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.
school Local Schools
Cherry Tree Primary School
Kingswood Primary School and Nursery
Fairhouse Community Primary School
Woodlands School
Bardfield Academy
Vange Primary School and Nursery
Greensted Primary School & Nursery
Ryedene Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Burger King0.8 km
- Kaspas desserts0.9 km
- Miracles0.8 km
- Snack Bar1.0 km
- Smokies Grill Basildon0.9 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods1.0 km
- Asda Stores0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Panku Streetfood0.7 km
- Papa John's Pizza0.9 km
- Atwal's Fish Shop0.9 km
- Farm Pizza0.9 km
- Munchy Chicken0.9 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- B & 3 Js0.9 km
- Game0.7 km
- F & S0.8 km
- Greggs Bakers0.9 km
- The Chef Bakery0.9 km
- + 33 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Woodlands Club0.2 km
- Owl & Pussycat0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Basildon1.0 km
- Pitsea2.7 km
- Laindon3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Swan Mead0.2 km
- Kingswood Road0.2 km
- Cherry Tree School0.3 km
- Kingswood Road0.3 km
- Cherry Tree School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS164BB · Data under Open Government Licence