Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

HOLYOAK LANE, SS5 4JD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLYOAK LANE, SS5 4JD.

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

330

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SS5 4JD 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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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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3/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

SS5 4JD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £920k, 95% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £920k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SS5 4JD is a sought-after residential area on Holyoak Lane 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 4JD offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 95% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £920k.

Census 2021 statistics for SS5 4JD are sourced from Output Area E00111410 (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 4JD. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 920,000

1 sales · Mean £ 920,000

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

SS5 4JD has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Other crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils0.4 km
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Hockley Primary School

Outstanding341 pupils1.5 km
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Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Hockley Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Spa Public House0.9 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.8 km
  • White Hart Inn Hockley Ltd0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • C Percy Limited0.7 km
  • Hawkwell Post Office0.7 km
  • Potash Garden Centre Ltd0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Fusion Lifestyle0.8 km
  • Potash Tearooms0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Chelmsford Star Co - Op Soc. Ltd0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Hawkwell0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hockley1.2 km
  • Rochford3.2 km
  • Southend Airport4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Mount Bovers Lane0.3 km
  • Mount Bovers Lane0.3 km
  • Tudor Way0.4 km
  • Tudor Way0.5 km