Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

THE GROVE, SS2 4DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GROVE, SS2 4DB.

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Population

339

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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3/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences148
Other theft27
Anti-social behaviour26
Vehicle crime25
Criminal damage and arson20

school Local Schools

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Bournemouth Park Academy

Good602 pupils0.3 km
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Temple Sutton Primary School

Good789 pupils0.7 km
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Cecil Jones Academy

Inadequate793 pupils0.8 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Good436 pupils0.8 km
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Hamstel Junior School

Good572 pupils0.8 km
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Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

Good488 pupils0.8 km
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Victory Park Academy

Requires Improvement27 pupils0.8 km
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Sutton House Academy

Requires Improvement64 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

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
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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
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Entice1.0 km
  • The Exchange0.8 km
  • Mecca Bingo0.7 km
  • Guildford0.7 km
  • Mawson's Micro Pub1.0 km
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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
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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

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