Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

292

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS5 4EH 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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Area Character

SS5 4EH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £374k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 35.9% year-on-year.

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

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

For serious buyers, SS5 4EH is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 83% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £374k, up 35.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4EH are sourced from Output Area E00111406 (shared with 9 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 4EH. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 414,000

3 sales · Mean £ 421,333

Detached

£ 285,000

1 sales · Mean £ 285,000

Terraced

£ 333,500

2 sales · Mean £ 333,500

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

SS5 4EH has low crime rates — 15 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 offences32
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting5
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils0.6 km
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Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils1.2 km
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Plumberow Primary Academy

Good620 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Chandos Service Station1.0 km
  • The Station Kiosk1.0 km
  • Potash Garden Centre Ltd0.7 km
  • C Percy Limited0.2 km
  • Hawkwell Post Office0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

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

5 nearby
  • Hockley Cafe1.0 km
  • Hockley Cafe1.0 km
  • The Royal Taste1.0 km
  • Fusion Lifestyle0.4 km
  • Potash Tearooms0.7 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsburys1.0 km
  • Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.2 km
  • The Co-operative Hawkwell0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Collect Coffee Ltd1.0 km
  • Dominos Pizza1.0 km
  • Hockley Charcoal Grill1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley1.0 km
  • Rochford2.9 km
  • Southend Airport4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Tudor Way0.1 km
  • Hillside Avenue0.2 km
  • Tudor Way0.2 km
  • Hillside Avenue0.2 km
  • Mount Bovers Lane0.5 km