Is SS5 5AT a safe place to live?

Yes, SS5 5AT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 9 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS5 5AT?

The average property price in SS5 5AT is currently around £421k.

What is the population of SS5 5AT?

The population for the SS5 5AT area is approximately 345 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

PLUMBEROW AVENUE, SS5 5AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLUMBEROW AVENUE, SS5 5AT.

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Population

345

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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9/10

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10/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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5/10

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10/10

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2/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SS5 5AT's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £421k 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 32.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SS5 5AT is a sought-after residential area on Plumberow Avenue in Hockley and Hawkwell. Administratively it sits within Hockley and Ashingdon ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

For serious buyers, SS5 5AT is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £421k, up 32.8% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SS5 5AT are sourced from Output Area E00111435 (shared with 8 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 5AT. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%

Asian / British Asian1.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 447,500

4 sales · Mean £ 408,125

Detached

£ 365,000

9 sales · Mean £ 387,500

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

SS5 5AT has low crime rates — 9 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 offences11

Other theft6

Burglary3

Criminal damage and arson2

Public order2

school Local Schools

Plumberow Primary Academy

Good620 pupils0.3 km

Greensward Academy

Good1561 pupils0.6 km

Hockley Primary School

Outstanding341 pupils1.0 km

Westerings Primary Academy

Good402 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby

Chandos Service Station0.6 km
Hockley Food & Wine0.6 km
Hockley Pharmacy0.6 km
MPA Enterprises Ltd0.6 km
Spa Convenience Store0.8 km
+ 2 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Hockley Bowling Club1.0 km
Spa Public House0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby

Butterflies Club C.I.C0.7 km
CJ's Bowling Ltd0.6 km
Costa Coffee0.8 km
Hockley Cafe0.8 km
Hockley Cafe0.8 km
+ 5 more

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Supermarkets