Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

SS2 5QB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SS2 5QB.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS2 5QB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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1/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SS2 5QB spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SS2 5QB is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from Prittlewell in Southend-on-Sea. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within St. Luke's ward and the Rochford and Southend East constituency.

The people who live in SS2 5QB are typical of a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SS2 5QB are sourced from Output Area E00080260 (shared with 64 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 5QB. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.4%
Asian / British Asian6.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

SS2 5QB has low crime rates — 29 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 offences27
Shoplifting20
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order6
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Victory Park Academy

Requires Improvement27 pupils0.7 km
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Sutton House Academy

Requires Improvement64 pupils0.7 km
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Southend YMCA Community School

Good9 pupils0.9 km
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Southend High School for Boys

Outstanding1317 pupils1.2 km
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Temple Sutton Primary School

Good789 pupils1.3 km
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Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery

Good479 pupils1.3 km
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Cecil Jones Academy

Inadequate793 pupils1.3 km
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Westborough Academy

Requires Improvement450 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Connoisseurs0.9 km
  • Fabricake Sugarcraft Limited0.6 km
  • J.Noble Butchers Ltd0.9 km
  • The Online Shopping Company Ltd0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • + 13 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Southend Rugby Football Club0.8 km
  • The Saxon King0.3 km
  • Railway Tavern0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Fish-To-Go0.9 km
  • Asian Station0.8 km
  • China Village0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Favorite Chicken0.9 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • EKCO Sports And Social Club0.6 km
  • Temple Farm Cafe0.5 km
  • Toby Carvery0.9 km
  • Priory Park Cafe Ltd0.8 km
  • Spice Kitchen0.6 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • Waitrose Superstore (and Petrol Station)0.9 km
  • One Stop1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Prittlewell0.7 km
  • Southend Airport1.4 km
  • Southend Victoria1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Stock Close0.2 km
  • Stock Road0.2 km
  • Bentalls Close0.3 km
  • Sutton Cemetery Main Gate0.4 km
  • Cemetery0.4 km