Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

WEST STREET, SS4 1BE House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

344

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 40,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS4 1BE 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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6/10
workEmployment
6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SS4 1BE — age 49, 35% ownership, 30% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (49) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

SS4 1BE is a mixed residential area on West Street, 0.1km from Rochford in Rochford. Administratively it sits within Roche North and Rural ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.

Within the SS4 district, this postcode is characterised by a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SS4 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00111521 (shared with 46 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 1BE. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 165,000

2 sales · Mean £ 165,000

Terraced

£ 222,500

2 sales · Mean £ 222,500

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

Crime around SS4 1BE is moderate at 57 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 offences129
Criminal damage and arson22
Other theft19
Public order19
Drugs18

school Local Schools

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Poplar Adolescent Unit

Good0 pupils0.2 km
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Rochford Primary and Nursery School

Good232 pupils0.4 km
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Waterman Primary Academy

Good88 pupils0.8 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good169 pupils0.8 km
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Holt Farm Infant School

Good201 pupils1.3 km
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Holt Farm Junior School

Good306 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Co-operative Pharmacy0.0 km
  • Gleadell Meats0.0 km
  • Martin McColl Ltd0.0 km
  • The Factory Shop1.0 km
  • Londis/Starthill Service Station0.8 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Golden Lion0.1 km
  • Horse And Groom0.4 km
  • The Miley Diner0.2 km
  • Masonic Lodge0.1 km
  • The Marlborough Head0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Sam's Cafe0.9 km
  • Anne Boleyn0.9 km
  • Katys Cafe Lounge0.2 km
  • Pimento Paella0.3 km
  • The Square Coffee Co0.1 km
  • + 16 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Fish 4 U LTD0.1 km
  • Greggs0.0 km
  • Rochford Fried Chicken0.0 km
  • Thank COD It's Friday1.0 km
  • Uncle Kams Rochford1.0 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Rochford Hotel0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rochford0.3 km
  • Southend Airport1.5 km
  • Prittlewell3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Square0.1 km
  • North Street0.1 km
  • East Street0.2 km
  • Rochford Station Carpark0.2 km
  • Rochford Rail Station0.2 km