SS2 4DA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Grove, 0.7km from Porters Town in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St. Luke's ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS2, SS2 4DA offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% 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 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k, down 1.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4DA are sourced from Output Area E00080242 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE GROVE, SS2 4DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GROVE, SS2 4DA.
311
41
£ 41,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS2 4DA represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
SS2 4DA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 1.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 4DA. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
5 sales · Mean £ 289,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS2 4DA has low crime rates — 39 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
Bournemouth Park Academy
Temple Sutton Primary School
Victory Park Academy
Sutton House Academy
Cecil Jones Academy
Hamstel Junior School
Hamstel Infant School and Nursery
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- ABI Foods0.9 km
- Southchurch Pharmacy1.0 km
- Aarush News0.9 km
- Magdy Shop0.7 km
- Spar0.7 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box1.0 km
- Monti0.9 km
- Mr Ping Chinese Restaurant1.0 km
- Crafty Bites0.9 km
- Redds Cafe0.7 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- The Co-Operative0.9 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- The Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.7 km
- Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.8 km
- ANSPRO International, Essex - African And Caribbean Food0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- Pizza Hut1.0 km
- Chick Inn0.8 km
- Jerk Island Grill0.7 km
- Lucky House0.7 km
- Blossom Garden0.7 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Southend1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Guildford0.7 km
- Mecca Bingo0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Prittlewell0.9 km
- Southend Victoria1.1 km
- Southend East1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Tennyson Avenue0.2 km
- Tennyson Avenue0.2 km
- Bournemouth Park School0.3 km
- Royston Avenue0.3 km
- Bournemouth Park School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS24DA · Data under Open Government Licence