SS2 4TW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Steyning Avenue, 0.4km from Southchurch in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Southchurch ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS2, SS2 4TW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 89% 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 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £444k, up 18.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4TW are sourced from Output Area E00080326 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STEYNING AVENUE, SS2 4TW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STEYNING AVENUE, SS2 4TW.
317
51
£ 43,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
SS2 4TW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 89% 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 18.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 4TW. The average age is 50.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 411,000
5 sales · Mean £ 395,300
Detached
£ 545,000
1 sales · Mean £ 545,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS2 4TW has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Southend High School for Girls
Southchurch High School
St Nicholas School
Hamstel Infant School and Nursery
Hamstel Junior School
Greenways Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Temple Sutton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Exchange0.9 km
- Old Walnut Tree0.3 km
- Mawson's Micro Pub0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.9 km
- The Frying Pan0.9 km
- Brickie's0.5 km
- Byers Bakery Ltd0.8 km
- Cliffords Coffee Shop0.6 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Shanta News0.6 km
- Poets Corner Stores0.8 km
- Premier Supermarket0.6 km
- Star Box0.6 km
- The Party Shop0.6 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Golden Oriental0.7 km
- Yummy Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Halikarnas0.7 km
- Mama's Pizza Ltd0.7 km
- Plaice To Be0.8 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southend East1.1 km
- Thorpe Bay1.5 km
- Southend2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Arlington Road0.2 km
- Southend High for Girls0.2 km
- Southend High for Girls0.2 km
- Arlington Road0.2 km
- Wick Chase0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SS24TW · Data under Open Government Licence