SS5 4ES 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 4ES offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 78% 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: Prices average £450k.
Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4ES are sourced from Output Area E00180468 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIN ROAD, SS5 4ES House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, SS5 4ES.
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36
£ 0 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS5 4ES 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SS5 4ES spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. £450k 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 4ES. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 425,000
3 sales · Mean £ 441,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS5 4ES has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Westerings Primary Academy
Greensward Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Hockley Bowling Club0.9 km
- The Royal British Legion0.8 km
- White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.7 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Potash Garden Centre Ltd0.4 km
- C Percy Limited0.5 km
- Hawkwell Post Office0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Fusion Lifestyle0.5 km
- Potash Tearooms0.4 km
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
- Rochford2.9 km
- Southend Airport3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Mount Bovers Lane0.1 km
- Mount Bovers Lane0.1 km
- Tudor Way0.2 km
- Tudor Way0.3 km
- Nursery Corner0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS54ES · Data under Open Government Licence