Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

ST LUKES ROAD, SS2 4AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST LUKES ROAD, SS2 4AG.

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Population

399

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SS2 4AG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

SS2 4AG is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 23.9% year-on-year.

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

SS2 4AG is a safe, established residential area on St Lukes Road, 1.1km from Porters Town in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St. Luke's ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.

For families considering a move, SS2 4AG represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 54% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k, up 23.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4AG are sourced from Output Area E00080262 (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 SS2 4AG. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.9%
Asian / British Asian4.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed7.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 295,000

5 sales · Mean £ 295,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SS2 4AG has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences104
Shoplifting28
Criminal damage and arson16
Other theft16
Vehicle crime13

school Local Schools

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Temple Sutton Primary School

Good789 pupils0.2 km
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Cecil Jones Academy

Inadequate793 pupils0.3 km
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Victory Park Academy

Requires Improvement27 pupils0.6 km
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Sutton House Academy

Requires Improvement64 pupils0.6 km
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Bournemouth Park Academy

Good602 pupils0.7 km
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Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

Good488 pupils1.0 km
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Hamstel Junior School

Good572 pupils1.0 km
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St Nicholas School

Good88 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.5 km
  • Sushi Daily0.5 km
  • Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Fine Foods0.7 km
  • + 22 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.5 km
  • Premier Southend Convenience Store0.8 km
  • One Stop0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Cafe@thesquare0.1 km
  • Kids Kingdom0.9 km
  • McDonald's Restaurants Ltd0.5 km
  • Spice Kitchen0.7 km
  • St Anns Builders Merchants0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Blossom Garden0.7 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.1 km
  • Cluny Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Happy House1.0 km
  • Mr Chippy0.7 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Prittlewell1.0 km
  • Southend East1.4 km
  • Southend Victoria1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Norwich Avenue0.1 km
  • St Luke's Road0.1 km
  • Cluny Square0.2 km
  • Cluny Square0.2 km
  • Fossetts Way0.2 km