Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

RIVERSIDE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SS4 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIVERSIDE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, SS4 1BS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

280

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS4 1BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 38, SS4 1BS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

SS4 1BS is a safe, established residential area on Riverside Industrial Estate, 0.3km from Rochford in Rochford. Administratively it sits within Roche South ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SS4 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00111499 (shared with 7 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 1BS. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

SS4 1BS has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences47
Anti-social behaviour10
Drugs10
Public order9
Shoplifting7

school Local Schools

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Poplar Adolescent Unit

Good0 pupils0.5 km
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Rochford Primary and Nursery School

Good232 pupils0.8 km
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Waterman Primary Academy

Good88 pupils1.0 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good169 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Co-operative Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Gleadell Meats0.4 km
  • Martin McColl Ltd0.4 km
  • Rising Sunshine Ltd0.8 km
  • The Factory Shop0.6 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Golden Lion0.4 km
  • Horse And Groom0.1 km
  • Rollacity0.7 km
  • The Miley Diner0.5 km
  • Masonic Lodge0.2 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • Sam's Cafe0.5 km
  • Anne Boleyn0.6 km
  • Katys Cafe Lounge0.5 km
  • Lokanta Turkish0.8 km
  • Pimento Paella0.6 km
  • + 18 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Fish 4 U LTD0.4 km
  • Golden Dragon0.8 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • Rochford Fried Chicken0.3 km
  • Thank COD It's Friday0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Rochford Hotel0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

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

Bus Stops

  • South Street0.1 km
  • South Street0.2 km
  • The Square0.3 km
  • East Street0.3 km
  • North Street0.4 km