SS2 4AZ is a mixed residential area on Eastern Avenue, 1.4km from Porters Town in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St. Luke's ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.
For serious buyers, SS2 4AZ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £376k, up 12.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4AZ are sourced from Output Area E00080258 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EASTERN AVENUE, SS2 4AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTERN AVENUE, SS2 4AZ.
328
42
£ 41,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS2 4AZ 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SS2 4AZ spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 12.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 4AZ. The average age is 41.6. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 282,500
10 sales · Mean £ 306,000
Detached
£ 351,000
2 sales · Mean £ 351,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SS2 4AZ is moderate at 66 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Temple Sutton Primary School
Cecil Jones Academy
Sutton House Academy
Victory Park Academy
Bournemouth Park Academy
Hamstel Infant School and Nursery
Hamstel Junior School
Southend YMCA Community School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
- Majestic Wine Warehouse0.3 km
- Sushi Daily0.2 km
- Wilma's Bakery0.8 km
- B&V Stores0.9 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.2 km
- One Stop0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe@thesquare0.4 km
- Kids Kingdom0.9 km
- McDonald's Restaurants Ltd0.6 km
- Spice Kitchen0.7 km
- St Anns Builders Merchants0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Blossom Garden0.7 km
- Charcoal Grill0.4 km
- Cluny Fish Bar0.4 km
- Happy House1.0 km
- Mr Chippy0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Prittlewell1.0 km
- Southend Victoria1.6 km
- Southend East1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Fossetts Way0.1 km
- St Luke's Road0.2 km
- Wellesley Hospital0.2 km
- Wellsley Hospital0.2 km
- Norwich Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SS24AZ · Data under Open Government Licence