Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

NORWICH AVENUE, SS2 4DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORWICH AVENUE, SS2 4DG.

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Population

367

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS2 4DG 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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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

SS2 4DG is an established family neighbourhood — 56% 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 down 17.5% year-on-year.

home £306,400 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS2 4DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Norwich Avenue, 0.9km 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 4DG represents 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 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k, down 17.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4DG are sourced from Output Area E00080273 (shared with 4 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 4DG. 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

White / British83.3%
Asian / British Asian9.3%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 277,500

10 sales · Mean £ 269,600

Terraced

£ 240,000

3 sales · Mean £ 251,666

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

SS2 4DG has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences147
Other theft24
Vehicle crime24
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson18

school Local Schools

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Temple Sutton Primary School

Good789 pupils0.4 km
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Cecil Jones Academy

Inadequate793 pupils0.5 km
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Bournemouth Park Academy

Good602 pupils0.5 km
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Hamstel Junior School

Good572 pupils0.7 km
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Hamstel Infant School and Nursery

Good488 pupils0.7 km
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St Nicholas School

Good88 pupils0.8 km
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Sutton House Academy

Requires Improvement64 pupils0.8 km
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Victory Park Academy

Requires Improvement27 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

41 nearby
  • ABI Foods1.0 km
  • Southchurch Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.8 km
  • Sushi Daily0.8 km
  • + 36 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Exchange0.9 km
  • Mawson's Micro Pub1.0 km
  • Mecca Bingo0.9 km
  • Guildford1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.9 km
  • Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box0.9 km
  • Monti0.9 km
  • Mr Ping Chinese Restaurant0.9 km
  • The Frying Pan0.9 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.9 km
  • Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.8 km
  • Farmfoods Ltd0.9 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Lidl UK GmbH0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Pizza Hut0.9 km
  • Blossom Garden1.0 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.3 km
  • Cluny Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Mr Chippy1.0 km
  • + 21 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Southend East1.1 km
  • Prittlewell1.2 km
  • Southend Victoria1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Cluny Square0.2 km
  • Cluny Square0.2 km
  • Westbury Road0.3 km
  • Lewes Road0.3 km
  • Lewes Road0.3 km