Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

THORPE ROAD, SS5 4EP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORPE ROAD, SS5 4EP.

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

302

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

49%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. SS5 4EP's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £489k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 41.2% year-on-year.

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

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

For serious buyers, SS5 4EP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 97% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £489k, up 41.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4EP are sourced from Output Area E00180537 (shared with 6 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 4EP. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.4%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed6.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
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

£ 365,000

13 sales · Mean £ 357,576

Detached

£ 650,000

7 sales · Mean £ 661,571

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

SS5 4EP has low crime rates — 18 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 offences28
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime4
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils0.7 km
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Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Hockley Bowling Club0.9 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.8 km
  • White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Potash Garden Centre Ltd0.3 km
  • C Percy Limited0.5 km
  • Hawkwell Post Office0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Fusion Lifestyle0.4 km
  • Potash Tearooms0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.5 km
  • The Co-operative Hawkwell0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley1.3 km
  • Rochford2.8 km
  • Southend Airport3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Tudor Way0.2 km
  • Mount Bovers Lane0.2 km
  • Mount Bovers Lane0.2 km
  • Tudor Way0.3 km
  • Ironwell Lane0.3 km