SS5 4EQ 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.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS5, SS5 4EQ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £527k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4EQ are sourced from Output Area E00111406 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EQ.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS5 4EQ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SS5 4EQ's low deprivation rank, 83% ownership, and £527k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS5 4EQ. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 462,500
8 sales · Mean £ 468,437
Semi-Detached
£ 395,000
1 sales · Mean £ 395,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS5 4EQ has low crime rates — 8 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
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
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, 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
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsburys0.8 km
- The Co-operative Group0.8 km
- Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.1 km
- The Co-operative Hawkwell0.1 km
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
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Postcode Profile: SS54EQ · Data under Open Government Licence