Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

NORWICH AVENUE, SS2 4DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORWICH AVENUE, SS2 4DE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

367

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SS2 4DE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 37, SS2 4DE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £297,500 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS2 4DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Norwich Avenue, 0.9km from Porters Town in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St. Luke's ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k.

Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4DE are sourced from Output Area E00080273 (shared with 4 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 4DE. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.3%
Asian / British Asian9.3%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 267,000

11 sales · Mean £ 269,636

Flat

£ 106,250

2 sales · Mean £ 106,250

Terraced

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SS2 4DE has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences132
Vehicle crime22
Other theft19
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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Temple Sutton Primary School

Good789 pupils0.4 km
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Bournemouth Park Academy

Good602 pupils0.5 km
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Cecil Jones Academy

Inadequate793 pupils0.6 km
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Hamstel Junior School

Good572 pupils0.7 km
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Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

Good488 pupils0.7 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
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St Nicholas School

Good88 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

41 nearby
  • ABI Foods0.9 km
  • Southchurch Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Alliance Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Magdy Shop0.8 km
  • Southchurch Convenience Premier1.0 km
  • + 36 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Exchange0.9 km
  • Guildford0.9 km
  • Mawson's Micro Pub1.0 km
  • Mecca Bingo0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.9 km
  • Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box0.9 km
  • Monti0.9 km
  • Mr Ping Chinese Restaurant0.9 km
  • The Frying Pan0.9 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • The Co-Operative Group Food Ltd0.9 km
  • Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.9 km
  • Farmfoods Ltd0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Pizza Hut0.9 km
  • Chick Inn0.9 km
  • Jerk Island Grill0.8 km
  • Lucky House0.8 km
  • Man Fung0.9 km
  • + 21 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Southend East1.1 km
  • Prittlewell1.1 km
  • Southend Victoria1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Cluny Square0.2 km
  • Cluny Square0.2 km
  • Westbury Road0.3 km
  • The Grove0.3 km
  • Lewes Road0.4 km