Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EG.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 0 /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: SS5 4EG 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.

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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

SS5 4EG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £585k, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £585k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 40.0% year-on-year.

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

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

For serious buyers, SS5 4EG is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 90% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £585k, down 40.0% year-on-year. 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 4EG are sourced from Output Area E00111403 (shared with 5 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 4EG. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 354,250

2 sales · Mean £ 354,250

Detached

£ 655,000

4 sales · Mean £ 613,750

Terraced

£ 332,500

1 sales · Mean £ 332,500

Flat

£ 200,000

1 sales · Mean £ 200,000

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

SS5 4EG has low crime rates — 9 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 offences22
Anti-social behaviour7
Shoplifting5
Criminal damage and arson3
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils0.6 km
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Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils1.0 km
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Plumberow Primary Academy

Good620 pupils1.2 km
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Hockley Primary School

Outstanding341 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Chandos Service Station0.8 km
  • Hockley Food & Wine0.8 km
  • Hockley Pharmacy0.8 km
  • MPA Enterprises Ltd0.9 km
  • Spa Convenience Store0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Hockley Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Spa Public House0.7 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.3 km
  • White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Butterflies Club C.I.C0.9 km
  • CJ's Bowling Ltd0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Hockley Cafe0.8 km
  • Hockley Cafe0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.8 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.8 km
  • Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.0 km
  • The Co-operative Hawkwell0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Brick Lane Bagel0.9 km
  • Chinese 2 Night0.8 km
  • Collect Coffee Ltd0.8 km
  • Dominos Pizza0.8 km
  • Harleys Fish And Chips0.9 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley0.8 km
  • Rochford3.1 km
  • Southend Airport4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Hillside Avenue0.0 km
  • Hillside Avenue0.1 km
  • Tudor Way0.2 km
  • The White Hart0.3 km
  • The White Hart0.3 km