Is SS6 8BW a safe place to live?

Yes, SS6 8BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SS6 8BW?

The average property price in SS6 8BW is currently around £343k.

What is the population of SS6 8BW?

The population for the SS6 8BW area is approximately 252 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Rochford, East of England

HAMBRO HILL, SS6 8BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAMBRO HILL, SS6 8BW.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 53,300 /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: 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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7/10

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5/10

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4/10

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3/10

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7/10

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6/10

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8/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS6 8BW combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£343k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £343k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 16.9% year-on-year.

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

SS6 8BW is a sought-after residential area on Hambro Hill, 1.0km from Rayleigh in Rayleigh. Administratively it sits within Trinity ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.

For serious buyers, SS6 8BW is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% 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: Average house prices are around £343k, up 16.9% 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 SS6 8BW are sourced from Output Area E00111545 (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 SS6 8BW. The average age is 47.6. 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 Asian1.6%

Black / African / Caribbean1.6%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 308,750

12 sales · Mean £ 322,208

Detached

£ 475,000

1 sales · Mean £ 475,000

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

SS6 8BW has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24

Criminal damage and arson4

Burglary1

Possession of weapons1

Other theft1

school Local Schools

Edward Francis Primary School

Good422 pupils0.6 km

Down Hall Primary School

Good238 pupils0.8 km

The FitzWimarc School

Good1701 pupils0.9 km

Glebe Primary School

Requires Improvement431 pupils1.2 km

The Sweyne Park School

Outstanding1515 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Down Hall Stores0.9 km
Hambro News\& Convenience0.8 km
Bull Lane Stores0.9 km
Hambro Pharmacy0.7 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby

Barrintons0.9 km
The Taste Experience Ltd0.9 km
Brew & Natter Community Cafe0.9 km
Breakfast@Trinity0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Spice Hut0.7 km
Yongs0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Rayleigh1.3 km
Hockley3.1 km
Battlesbridge4.8 km

Bus Stops

Wellsfield0.2 km
Hambro Hill0.2 km
Hambro Hill0.2 km
The Gattens0.4 km
Cemetery0.4 km