Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

WEST STREET, SS4 1AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST STREET, SS4 1AS.

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Population

166

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS4 1AS 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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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SS4 1AS spans multiple life stages — average age 57, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.6% year-on-year.

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

SS4 1AS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on West Street, 0.3km from Rochford in Rochford. Administratively it sits within Roche South ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.

For families considering a move, SS4 1AS represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 57 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k, up 3.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS4 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00180509 (shared with 5 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 1AS. The average age is 57.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 206,500

14 sales · Mean £ 201,999

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

SS4 1AS has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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 offences123
Criminal damage and arson22
Public order20
Other theft19
Drugs18

school Local Schools

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Poplar Adolescent Unit

Good0 pupils0.1 km
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Rochford Primary and Nursery School

Good232 pupils0.2 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good169 pupils0.7 km
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Waterman Primary Academy

Good88 pupils0.7 km
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Holt Farm Infant School

Good201 pupils1.1 km
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Holt Farm Junior School

Good306 pupils1.1 km
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The King Edmund School

Requires Improvement1573 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • The Co-operative Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Gleadell Meats0.2 km
  • Martin McColl Ltd0.2 km
  • Londis/Starthill Service Station0.7 km
  • Natural Health0.2 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Golden Lion0.3 km
  • Horse And Groom0.5 km
  • The Miley Diner0.0 km
  • Masonic Lodge0.3 km
  • The Marlborough Head0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Anne Boleyn1.0 km
  • Katys Cafe Lounge0.2 km
  • Pimento Paella0.3 km
  • The Square Coffee Co0.3 km
  • West Street Cafe0.2 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Rochford Hotel0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rochford0.2 km
  • Southend Airport1.6 km
  • Prittlewell3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Station0.1 km
  • Rochford Rail Station0.1 km
  • Rochford Rail Station0.1 km
  • Rochford Station Carpark0.1 km
  • The Square0.3 km