SS4 1DW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mornington Avenue, 0.5km from Rochford in Rochford. Administratively it sits within Roche South ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS4, SS4 1DW offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £411k, up 19.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS4 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00111519 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MORNINGTON AVENUE, SS4 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORNINGTON AVENUE, SS4 1DW.
270
51
£ 44,300 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS4 1DW 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
SS4 1DW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 19.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS4 1DW. The average age is 51.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 380,000
9 sales · Mean £ 405,555
Semi-Detached
£ 342,500
2 sales · Mean £ 342,500
Terraced
£ 341,000
1 sales · Mean £ 341,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS4 1DW has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
Poplar Adolescent Unit
Waterman Primary Academy
Rochford Primary and Nursery School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Stambridge Primary School
Holt Farm Junior School
Holt Farm Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- The Co-operative Pharmacy0.6 km
- Gleadell Meats0.6 km
- Martin McColl Ltd0.6 km
- The Factory Shop0.8 km
- Natural Health0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Golden Lion0.5 km
- Horse And Groom0.7 km
- Rollacity0.9 km
- The Miley Diner0.7 km
- Masonic Lodge0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Sam's Cafe0.8 km
- Katys Cafe Lounge0.5 km
- Pimento Paella0.6 km
- The Square Coffee Co0.5 km
- West Street Cafe0.6 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Fish 4 U LTD0.5 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- Rochford Fried Chicken0.6 km
- Rochford Takeaway0.6 km
- Timbo House0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Rochford Hotel0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rochford0.9 km
- Southend Airport1.8 km
- Prittlewell3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Doggetts Close0.2 km
- Doggetts Close0.2 km
- Russell Grove0.3 km
- Russell Grove0.3 km
- East Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS41DW · Data under Open Government Licence