SS2 5QX is a mixed residential area on Eastern Avenue, 1.1km from Prittlewell 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 5QX offers a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £316k, down 27.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 5QX are sourced from Output Area E00080260 (shared with 64 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EASTERN AVENUE, SS2 5QX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTERN AVENUE, SS2 5QX.
303
43
£ 41,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS2 5QX 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
No single demographic signal dominates SS2 5QX — age 43, 74% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 27.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 5QX. The average age is 42.7. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 272,000
5 sales · Mean £ 292,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SS2 5QX is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Victory Park Academy
Sutton House Academy
Southend YMCA Community School
Temple Sutton Primary School
Bournemouth Park Academy
Cecil Jones Academy
Westborough Academy
Southend High School for Boys
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Fabricake Sugarcraft Limited0.9 km
- The Online Shopping Company Ltd1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- Majestic Wine Warehouse1.0 km
- Sushi Daily0.8 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Saxon King0.4 km
- Railway Tavern0.7 km
- The Spread Eagle Public House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- EKCO Sports And Social Club0.9 km
- Temple Farm Cafe0.8 km
- Wake Cup Cafe0.9 km
- Cafe@thesquare1.0 km
- Priory Park Cafe Ltd0.8 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.8 km
- ANSPRO International, Essex - African And Caribbean Food1.0 km
- One Stop0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Asian Station0.9 km
- China Village0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Aroma House0.9 km
- Blossom Garden0.3 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Prittlewell0.5 km
- Southend Victoria1.4 km
- Southend Airport1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Victory Sports Ground0.1 km
- Bentalls Close0.2 km
- Victory Sports Ground0.2 km
- Jones Memorial Recreation Ground0.2 km
- Ennismore Gardens0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS25QX · Data under Open Government Licence