Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

ETHELDORE AVENUE, SS5 5PA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ETHELDORE AVENUE, SS5 5PA.

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Population

520

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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9/10
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10/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS5 5PA combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£820k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £820k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 35.5% year-on-year.

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

SS5 5PA is a sought-after residential area on Etheldore Avenue in Hockley and Hawkwell. Administratively it sits within Hockley and Ashingdon ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

For serious buyers, SS5 5PA 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 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 94% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £820k, up 35.5% 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 5PA are sourced from Output Area E00111440 (shared with 7 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 5PA. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 681,500

16 sales · Mean £ 752,812

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

SS5 5PA has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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Plumberow Primary Academy

Good620 pupils0.5 km
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Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils0.7 km
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Hockley Primary School

Outstanding341 pupils1.5 km
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Ashingdon Primary Academy

Requires Improvement213 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Chandos Service Station0.9 km
  • Hockley Food & Wine0.8 km
  • Hockley Pharmacy0.8 km
  • The Station Kiosk1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Chinese 2 Night0.8 km
  • Collect Coffee Ltd1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley0.9 km
  • North Fambridge4.3 km
  • Rochford4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Orchard Avenue0.3 km
  • Orchard Avenue0.3 km