SS5 4BU is a sought-after residential area on Retreat Road in Hockley and Hawkwell. Administratively it sits within Hockley ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.
For serious buyers, SS5 4BU is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 81% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4BU are sourced from Output Area E00111429 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RETREAT ROAD, SS5 4BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RETREAT ROAD, SS5 4BU.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SS5 4BU's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £550k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £550k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS5 4BU. The average age is 44.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 395,000
3 sales · Mean £ 426,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS5 4BU has low crime rates — 26 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
Westerings Primary Academy
Greensward Academy
Plumberow Primary Academy
Hockley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Chandos Service Station0.3 km
- Hockley Food & Wine0.4 km
- Hockley Pharmacy0.4 km
- MPA Enterprises Ltd0.4 km
- Spa Convenience Store0.3 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Hockley Bowling Club0.2 km
- Spa Public House0.3 km
- The Royal British Legion0.3 km
- White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Butterflies Club C.I.C0.4 km
- CJ's Bowling Ltd0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.4 km
- Hockley Cafe0.3 km
- Hockley Cafe0.3 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsburys0.3 km
- The Co-operative Group0.3 km
- Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.6 km
- The Co-operative Hawkwell0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Brick Lane Bagel0.5 km
- Chinese 2 Night0.4 km
- Chutney Club0.6 km
- Collect Coffee Ltd0.2 km
- Dominos Pizza0.3 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hockley0.3 km
- Rochford3.7 km
- Rayleigh4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Great Eastern Road0.1 km
- Great Eastern Road0.1 km
- Station Approach0.1 km
- Station Approach0.2 km
- Station Approach0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SS54BU · Data under Open Government Licence