Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

VICTOR GARDENS, SS5 4DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICTOR GARDENS, SS5 4DS.

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Population

352

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS5 4DS combines high owner-occupation (95%), strong property values (£492k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 58.4% year-on-year.

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

SS5 4DS is a sought-after residential area on Victor Gardens in Hockley and Hawkwell. Administratively it sits within Hawkwell West ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

For serious buyers, SS5 4DS is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £492k, up 58.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4DS are sourced from Output Area E00111412 (shared with 8 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 SS5 4DS. The average age is 46.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 340,997

10 sales · Mean £ 349,499

Detached

£ 605,000

5 sales · Mean £ 511,750

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

SS5 4DS has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Anti-social behaviour9
Shoplifting5
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils0.8 km
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Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils0.9 km
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Plumberow Primary Academy

Good620 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Chandos Service Station0.7 km
  • Hockley Food & Wine0.7 km
  • Hockley Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Spa Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Sunrise Health Foods Ltd1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Hockley Bowling Club0.5 km
  • Spa Public House0.9 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.4 km
  • White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Hockley Cafe0.9 km
  • Hockley Cafe0.9 km
  • Ronnies Cafe And Wine Bar1.0 km
  • The Royal Taste0.9 km
  • Fusion Lifestyle0.6 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.9 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.9 km
  • Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.3 km
  • The Co-operative Hawkwell0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Chinese 2 Night0.7 km
  • Collect Coffee Ltd0.8 km
  • Dominos Pizza0.9 km
  • Hockley Charcoal Grill0.9 km
  • The Fryery1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley0.8 km
  • Rochford3.1 km
  • Southend Airport4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Hillside Avenue0.3 km
  • Hillside Avenue0.4 km