SS12 0BZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Laburnum Close, 0.6km from Wickford in Wickford. Administratively it sits within Wickford Castledon ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SS12 0BZ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS12 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00108359 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LABURNUM CLOSE, SS12 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LABURNUM CLOSE, SS12 0BZ.
218
52
£ 47,300 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS12 0BZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 37% social renting, SS12 0BZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS12 0BZ. The average age is 52.4. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 300,000
4 sales · Mean £ 301,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS12 0BZ has low crime rates — 36 incidents 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
North Crescent Primary School
Grange Primary School
The Bromfords School
Wickford Primary School
Castledon School
Oakfield Primary School
The Wickford Church of England School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- British Rail Social Association0.7 km
- Downham Arms0.6 km
- Wickford Community Association0.3 km
- Posh Boys Brewery0.8 km
- The Duke Public House0.5 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- ATM BAR AND RESTAURANT0.6 km
- Beans and Bagels0.6 km
- Jade Palace0.8 km
- Wickford Diner0.6 km
- Britannia Fish and Chips0.5 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Hungry Monkeys0.7 km
- New World0.5 km
- Wickford Grill0.5 km
- Cookies And Cones0.5 km
- Italiano express ltd0.4 km
- + 16 more
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Smokers Paradise0.5 km
- Wickford Health Store0.5 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- Well Pharmacy0.6 km
- Greggs Bakers0.6 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods0.6 km
- Aldi0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wickford0.7 km
- Battlesbridge3.9 km
- Pitsea5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Laburnum Avenue0.2 km
- Laburnum Avenue0.2 km
- Park Drive0.3 km
- Halls Corner0.4 km
- Halls Corner0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS120BZ · Data under Open Government Licence