Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

RYLANDS ROAD, SS2 4LJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYLANDS ROAD, SS2 4LJ.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 38, SS2 4LJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £320k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

SS2 4LJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rylands Road, 1.0km 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 suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4LJ are sourced from Output Area E00080240 (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 4LJ. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.0%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean6.5%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 243,000

3 sales · Mean £ 262,000

Detached

£ 300,000

3 sales · Mean £ 296,333

Flat

£ 140,000

2 sales · Mean £ 140,000

Terraced

£ 213,500

2 sales · Mean £ 213,500

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

SS2 4LJ has low crime rates — 41 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 offences141
Other theft22
Criminal damage and arson20
Vehicle crime19
Anti-social behaviour16

school Local Schools

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Temple Sutton Primary School

Good789 pupils0.5 km
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Hamstel Junior School

Good572 pupils0.5 km
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Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

Good488 pupils0.5 km
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Cecil Jones Academy

Inadequate793 pupils0.5 km
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St Nicholas School

Good88 pupils0.6 km
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Bournemouth Park Academy

Good602 pupils0.7 km
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Sutton House Academy

Requires Improvement64 pupils1.0 km
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Victory Park Academy

Requires Improvement27 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Southchurch Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.9 km
  • Sushi Daily0.9 km
  • Langalo0.4 km
  • + 25 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Exchange0.9 km
  • Mawson's Micro Pub0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.9 km
  • Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box1.0 km
  • Monti0.9 km
  • Mr Ping Chinese Restaurant1.0 km
  • The Frying Pan0.9 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.9 km
  • Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.9 km
  • Premier Southend Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Pizza Hut1.0 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.4 km
  • Cluny Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Chicken Express0.9 km
  • Good Eating Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Southend East1.1 km
  • Prittlewell1.4 km
  • Southend Victoria1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Lewes Road0.2 km
  • Lonsdale Road0.3 km
  • Lewes Road0.3 km
  • Lewes Road0.3 km
  • Westbury Road0.3 km