SS2 4LJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rylands Road, 1.0km 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 suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SS2 4LJ are sourced from Output Area E00080240 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RYLANDS ROAD, SS2 4LJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RYLANDS ROAD, SS2 4LJ.
304
38
£ 41,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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 64% owner-occupation and average age 38, SS2 4LJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £320k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS2 4LJ. The average age is 37.8. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 243,000
3 sales · Mean £ 262,000
Detached
£ 300,000
3 sales · Mean £ 296,333
Flat
£ 140,000
2 sales · Mean £ 140,000
Terraced
£ 213,500
2 sales · Mean £ 213,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS2 4LJ has low crime rates — 41 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.
school Local Schools
Temple Sutton Primary School
Hamstel Junior School
Hamstel Infant School and Nursery
Cecil Jones Academy
St Nicholas School
Bournemouth Park Academy
Sutton House Academy
Victory Park Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Southchurch Pharmacy0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Majestic Wine Warehouse0.9 km
- Sushi Daily0.9 km
- Langalo0.4 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Exchange0.9 km
- Mawson's Micro Pub0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Ashiana Indian Restaurant0.9 km
- Frangoz Peri Peri/Pizza Box1.0 km
- Monti0.9 km
- Mr Ping Chinese Restaurant1.0 km
- The Frying Pan0.9 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- The Co-Operative0.9 km
- Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.9 km
- Premier Southend Convenience Store0.8 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Pizza Hut1.0 km
- Charcoal Grill0.4 km
- Cluny Fish Bar0.4 km
- Chicken Express0.9 km
- Good Eating Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southend East1.1 km
- Prittlewell1.4 km
- Southend Victoria1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lewes Road0.2 km
- Lonsdale Road0.3 km
- Lewes Road0.3 km
- Lewes Road0.3 km
- Westbury Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS24LJ · Data under Open Government Licence