SS2 4DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Norwich Avenue, 0.7km from Porters Town in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St. Luke's ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4DF are sourced from Output Area E00080273 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORWICH AVENUE, SS2 4DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORWICH AVENUE, SS2 4DF.
367
37
£ 41,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS2 4DF 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 37, SS2 4DF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 4DF. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 265,000
1 sales · Mean £ 265,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS2 4DF has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bournemouth Park Academy
Temple Sutton Primary School
Hamstel Junior School
Hamstel Infant School and Nursery
Cecil Jones Academy
St Nicholas School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Victory Park Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- YMCA1.0 km
- Sienna's0.8 km
- Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.8 km
- Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box0.8 km
- Monti0.8 km
- + 23 more
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- Euro Bite0.9 km
- Roddy's Super Store0.9 km
- ABI Foods0.8 km
- Southchurch Pharmacy0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
- + 39 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- The Co-Operative0.8 km
- Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)1.0 km
- ANSPRO International, Essex - African And Caribbean Food1.0 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.8 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Best Grill0.8 km
- Coffee Station1.0 km
- Essex Grill0.8 km
- Hong Kong Kitchen0.8 km
- Jonaki Tandoori0.8 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Exchange0.8 km
- Mecca Bingo0.8 km
- Guildford0.8 km
- Mawson's Micro Pub0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southend East0.9 km
- Prittlewell1.1 km
- Southend Victoria1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Westbury Road0.2 km
- The Grove0.2 km
- The Grove0.2 km
- Westbury Road0.3 km
- Cluny Square0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS24DF · Data under Open Government Licence