Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

HIGH ROAD, SS5 4TA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH ROAD, SS5 4TA.

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Population

470

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS5 4TA combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£850k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £850k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 65.5% year-on-year.

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

SS5 4TA is a sought-after residential area on High Road, 1.2km from Rayleigh in Hockley and Hawkwell. Administratively it sits within Hockley ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

For serious buyers, SS5 4TA is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £850k, down 65.5% 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 4TA are sourced from Output Area E00111445 (shared with 22 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 4TA. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
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

Detached

£ 850,000

12 sales · Mean £ 1,254,291

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

SS5 4TA has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5
Burglary2
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Hockley Primary School

Outstanding341 pupils1.2 km
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Edward Francis Primary School

Good422 pupils1.5 km
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Down Hall Primary School

Good238 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Hockley Food & Off Licence0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Bull Inn0.9 km
  • The Little Coffee Shed0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley2.1 km
  • Rayleigh2.2 km
  • Battlesbridge5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Bullwood Hall0.1 km
  • Bullwood Hall0.2 km
  • Fountain Lane0.3 km
  • Fountain Lane0.3 km