SS12 0BG is a well-regarded residential area on Lavender Way, 0.8km from Wickford in Wickford. Administratively it sits within Wickford Castledon ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS12, SS12 0BG offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £451k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS12 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00108357 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LAVENDER WAY, SS12 0BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAVENDER WAY, SS12 0BG.
239
49
£ 47,300 /yr
46%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. SS12 0BG's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £451k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £451k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS12 0BG. The average age is 48.8. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 435,000
3 sales · Mean £ 457,500
Semi-Detached
£ 425,000
7 sales · Mean £ 397,142
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SS12 0BG is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wickford Primary School
North Crescent Primary School
Grange Primary School
The Bromfords School
Castledon School
The Wickford Church of England School
Oakfield Primary School
Runwell Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Abi's 2 Takeaway0.6 km
- Olive Indian Takeaway0.6 km
- Rose of India0.6 km
- Cookies And Cones0.4 km
- Italiano express ltd0.4 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- The Coffee Station0.6 km
- Gatehouse Coffee Shop0.4 km
- Mem's Kitchen0.4 km
- Stephens Bouquet0.4 km
- Sultana Restaurant0.2 km
- + 17 more
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Smokers Paradise0.5 km
- Wickford Health Store0.5 km
- Chelmsford Star Co-operative0.8 km
- Card Factory0.4 km
- Cosson's Bakery0.4 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Wickford Community Association0.3 km
- Downham Arms0.5 km
- British Rail Social Association0.5 km
- Posh Boys Brewery0.7 km
- The Duke Public House0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods0.5 km
- Aldi0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wickford0.6 km
- Battlesbridge3.9 km
- Pitsea5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Halls Corner0.3 km
- Deirdre Avenue0.3 km
- Laburnum Avenue0.3 km
- Halls Corner0.3 km
- Deirdre Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS120BG · Data under Open Government Licence