Is SS5 4DF a safe place to live?

Yes, SS5 4DF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 17 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS5 4DF?

The average property price in SS5 4DF is currently around £586k.

What is the population of SS5 4DF?

The population for the SS5 4DF area is approximately 310 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

HIGHAMS ROAD, SS5 4DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHAMS ROAD, SS5 4DF.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS5 4DF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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10/10

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5/10

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3/10

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1/10

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3/10

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6/10

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10/10

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3/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SS5 4DF's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £586k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS5 4DF is a sought-after residential area on Highams Road in Hockley and Hawkwell. Administratively it sits within Hockley and Ashingdon ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

For serious buyers, SS5 4DF is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 93% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £586k. 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 4DF are sourced from Output Area E00111428 (shared with 9 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 SS5 4DF. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian1.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 525,000

15 sales · Mean £ 548,466

Semi-Detached

£ 454,000

2 sales · Mean £ 454,000

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

SS5 4DF has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28

Public order11

Anti-social behaviour8

Criminal damage and arson6

Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils0.5 km

Plumberow Primary Academy

Good620 pupils0.7 km

Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils0.8 km

Hockley Primary School

Outstanding341 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby

Chandos Service Station0.4 km
Hockley Food & Wine0.3 km
Hockley Pharmacy0.3 km
MPA Enterprises Ltd0.7 km
Spa Convenience Store0.7 km
+ 4 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby

Hockley Bowling Club0.3 km
Spa Public House0.6 km
The Royal British Legion0.3 km
White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.5 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby

Butterflies Club C.I.C0.7 km
CJ's Bowling Ltd0.7 km
Costa Coffee0.8 km
Hockley Cafe0.7 km
Hockley Cafe0.7 km
+ 6 more

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Supermarkets

4 nearby

Sainsburys0.7 km
The Co-operative Group0.7 km
Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.5 km
The Co-operative Hawkwell0.5 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby

Brick Lane Bagel0.9 km
Chinese 2 Night0.3 km
Chutney Club1.0 km
Collect Coffee Ltd0.5 km
Dominos Pizza0.7 km
+ 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hockley0.4 km
Rochford3.4 km
Southend Airport4.6 km

Bus Stops

Plumberow Ave0.4 km
Plumberow Ave0.4 km
Greensward School0.4 km
Greensward School0.4 km
Station Approach0.5 km