SS2 4DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Grove, 0.6km from Porters Town in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St. Luke's ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.
For families considering a move, SS2 4DB represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £329k, up 92.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4DB are sourced from Output Area E00080245 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE GROVE, SS2 4DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GROVE, SS2 4DB.
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£ 41,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SS2 4DB's 68% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £329k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 92.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 4DB. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 309,000
7 sales · Mean £ 299,714
Flat
£ 170,000
4 sales · Mean £ 178,750
Detached
£ 445,000
3 sales · Mean £ 436,666
Terraced
£ 261,000
3 sales · Mean £ 298,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS2 4DB has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bournemouth Park Academy
Temple Sutton Primary School
Cecil Jones Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Hamstel Junior School
Hamstel Infant School and Nursery
Victory Park Academy
Sutton House Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- YMCA0.9 km
- Sienna's0.8 km
- Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.8 km
- Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box0.8 km
- Monti0.7 km
- + 24 more
Retailers - Other
46 nearby- Euro Bite0.8 km
- Porters0.9 km
- Roddy's Super Store0.8 km
- ABI Foods0.7 km
- Southchurch Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 41 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Entice1.0 km
- The Exchange0.8 km
- Mecca Bingo0.7 km
- Guildford0.7 km
- Mawson's Micro Pub1.0 km
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- The Co-Operative0.7 km
- ANSPRO International, Essex - African And Caribbean Food0.8 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.7 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Best Grill0.8 km
- Coffee Station1.0 km
- Essex Grill0.8 km
- Hong Kong Kitchen0.7 km
- Jonaki Tandoori0.7 km
- + 25 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Southend1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southend East0.9 km
- Prittlewell1.0 km
- Southend Victoria1.1 km
Bus Stops
- The Grove0.1 km
- The Grove0.2 km
- Bournemouth Park School0.3 km
- Bournemouth Park School0.3 km
- Bournemouth Park Road Eastside0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS24DB · Data under Open Government Licence