SS6 8YL is a sought-after residential area on Blackmore Walk, 0.4km from Rayleigh in Rayleigh. Administratively it sits within Lodge ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS6, SS6 8YL offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% 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: Average house prices are around £332k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS6 8YL are sourced from Output Area E00111480 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKMORE WALK, SS6 8YL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKMORE WALK, SS6 8YL.
310
41
£ 51,100 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
SS6 8YL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £332k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS6 8YL. 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
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 291,250
9 sales · Mean £ 299,749
Semi-Detached
£ 289,000
2 sales · Mean £ 289,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS6 8YL has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Grove Wood Primary School
Wyburns Primary School
The FitzWimarc School
Edward Francis Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Rayleigh Lodge0.4 km
- Tinks Tipsy Tavern0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Fresco0.4 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Chasers0.3 km
- Bull Lane Stores0.7 km
- Byron News0.3 km
- The Candy Floss And Confectionery Stall0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Chris' Fish, Chicken And Ribs0.3 km
- Phoenix Takeaway0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rayleigh1.9 km
- Hockley3.0 km
- Leigh-On-Sea5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Clarence Road0.3 km
- Clarence Road0.3 km
- Grove Road Shops0.3 km
- Grove Road Shops0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS68YL · Data under Open Government Licence