SS11 7DY is a safe, established residential area on Meadow Lane, 0.9km from Brock Hill in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Rettendon and Runwell ward and the Maldon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS11, SS11 7DY offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS11 7DY are sourced from Output Area E00109701 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEADOW LANE, SS11 7DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADOW LANE, SS11 7DY.
310
41
£ 47,300 /yr
52%
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
SS11 7DY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £350k 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 SS11 7DY. The average age is 41.1. 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
Detached
£ 350,000
2 sales · Mean £ 350,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS11 7DY has low crime rates — 35 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.
school Local Schools
St Luke's Park Primary School
Runwell Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Quart Pot0.9 km
- Baresito0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Heidis0.7 km
- Mexican Kitchen0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wickford1.9 km
- Battlesbridge2.5 km
- South Woodham Ferrers5.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SS117DY · Data under Open Government Licence