SS2 4DS is a safe, established residential area on Ferndale Road, 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 4DS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 38 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £316k, up 33.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4DS are sourced from Output Area E00080250 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FERNDALE ROAD, SS2 4DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERNDALE ROAD, SS2 4DS.
304
38
£ 41,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS2 4DS 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 4DS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 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 up 33.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 4DS. The average age is 38.1. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 283,000
3 sales · Mean £ 267,000
Terraced
£ 315,000
4 sales · Mean £ 313,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS2 4DS has low crime rates — 37 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
Hamstel Junior School
Hamstel Infant School and Nursery
Cecil Jones Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Victory Park Academy
Sutton House Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- YMCA0.9 km
- Sienna's0.7 km
- Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.7 km
- Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box0.7 km
- Monti0.7 km
- + 24 more
Retailers - Other
43 nearby- Euro Bite0.8 km
- Porters0.9 km
- Roddy's Super Store0.8 km
- ABI Foods0.7 km
- Southchurch Pharmacy0.7 km
- + 38 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
- The Co-Operative0.7 km
- ANSPRO International, Essex - African And Caribbean Food0.9 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.8 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Best Grill0.7 km
- Coffee Station0.9 km
- Essex Grill0.7 km
- Hong Kong Kitchen0.7 km
- Jonaki Tandoori0.7 km
- + 26 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Exchange0.8 km
- Mecca Bingo0.8 km
- Guildford0.7 km
- Mawson's Micro Pub0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southend East0.9 km
- Prittlewell1.1 km
- Southend Victoria1.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Grove0.1 km
- The Grove0.1 km
- Westbury Road0.2 km
- Westbury Road0.3 km
- Bournemouth Park School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS24DS · Data under Open Government Licence