Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

MALTING VILLAS ROAD, SS4 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALTING VILLAS ROAD, SS4 1AF.

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Population

351

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 40,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS4 1AF 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.

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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SS4 1AF's 51% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 9.2% year-on-year.

home £253,125 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS4 1AF is a mixed residential area on Malting Villas Road, 0.3km from Rochford in Rochford. Administratively it sits within Roche North and Rural ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.

The people who live in SS4 1AF are typical of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

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 £253k, down 9.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS4 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00111497 (shared with 9 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 SS4 1AF. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 272,500

3 sales · Mean £ 264,166

Flat

£ 195,000

1 sales · Mean £ 195,000

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

Crime around SS4 1AF 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.

Violence and sexual offences177
Criminal damage and arson27
Other theft23
Public order21
Drugs17

school Local Schools

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Poplar Adolescent Unit

Good0 pupils0.3 km
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Rochford Primary and Nursery School

Good232 pupils0.4 km
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Waterman Primary Academy

Good88 pupils0.4 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good169 pupils0.6 km
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Holt Farm Infant School

Good201 pupils1.0 km
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Holt Farm Junior School

Good306 pupils1.0 km
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The King Edmund School

Requires Improvement1573 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • The Co-operative Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Gleadell Meats0.3 km
  • Martin McColl Ltd0.3 km
  • Londis/Starthill Service Station0.6 km
  • Natural Health0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Golden Lion0.2 km
  • Horse And Groom0.7 km
  • The Miley Diner0.3 km
  • Masonic Lodge0.4 km
  • The Marlborough Head0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Katys Cafe Lounge0.2 km
  • Pimento Paella0.0 km
  • The Square Coffee Co0.3 km
  • West Street Cafe0.3 km
  • The Wellspring0.6 km
  • + 14 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Fish 4 U LTD0.2 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
  • Rochford Fried Chicken0.3 km
  • Rochford Takeaway0.3 km
  • Timbo House0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Rochford Hotel0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rochford0.5 km
  • Southend Airport1.8 km
  • Hockley3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Dalys Road0.2 km
  • North Street0.2 km
  • East Street0.3 km
  • The Square0.3 km
  • Doggetts Close0.4 km