Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

MAIN ROAD, SS5 4ET House Prices & Local Information

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

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

338

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Avg Age

36

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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: SS5 4ET 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.

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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

SS5 4ET is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £445k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SS5 4ET 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 4ET offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k.

Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4ET are sourced from Output Area E00180468 (shared with 10 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 4ET. 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

White / British94.1%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 445,000

2 sales · Mean £ 445,000

Detached

£ 385,000

1 sales · Mean £ 385,000

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

SS5 4ET has low crime rates — 13 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.

Violence and sexual offences22
Other theft4
Other crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils0.6 km
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Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils1.5 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 Ltd0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Potash Garden Centre Ltd0.4 km
  • C Percy Limited0.6 km
  • Hawkwell Post Office0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Fusion Lifestyle0.6 km
  • Potash Tearooms0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Hawkwell0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley1.3 km
  • Rochford2.9 km
  • Southend Airport3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Mount Bovers Lane0.0 km
  • Mount Bovers Lane0.1 km
  • Tudor Way0.2 km
  • Tudor Way0.3 km
  • Nursery Corner0.4 km