SS5 4EL 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.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS5, SS5 4EL offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £358k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4EL are sourced from Output Area E00111406 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, SS5 4EL.
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44
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS5 4EL 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.
Area Character
SS5 4EL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £358k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS5 4EL. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 307,000
4 sales · Mean £ 340,500
Detached
£ 475,000
1 sales · Mean £ 475,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS5 4EL has low crime rates — 14 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.
school Local Schools
Westerings Primary Academy
Greensward Academy
Plumberow Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Hockley Bowling Club0.7 km
- Spa Public House0.9 km
- The Royal British Legion0.6 km
- White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Hockley Cafe1.0 km
- Hockley Cafe1.0 km
- The Royal Taste1.0 km
- Fusion Lifestyle0.5 km
- Potash Tearooms0.6 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsburys1.0 km
- Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.3 km
- The Co-operative Hawkwell0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Dominos Pizza1.0 km
- Hockley Charcoal Grill1.0 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Potash Garden Centre Ltd0.6 km
- C Percy Limited0.3 km
- Hawkwell Post Office0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hockley1.1 km
- Rochford3.0 km
- Southend Airport4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Tudor Way0.1 km
- Tudor Way0.1 km
- Mount Bovers Lane0.3 km
- Mount Bovers Lane0.3 km
- Hillside Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS54EL · Data under Open Government Licence