SS6 9GG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Louis Close in Rayleigh. Administratively it sits within Sweyne Park and Grange ward and the Rayleigh and Wickford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SS6 9GG are sourced from Output Area E00111531 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOUIS CLOSE, SS6 9GG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOUIS CLOSE, SS6 9GG.
241
51
£ 51,500 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS6 9GG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 51, SS6 9GG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS6 9GG. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS6 9GG has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School
The Sweyne Park School
Glebe Primary School
St Nicholas' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Rawreth
Rayleigh Primary School
Down Hall Primary School
Edward Francis Primary School
The FitzWimarc School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Grange Foodstore0.4 km
- Pot Herbs0.4 km
- M & J Berrett0.4 km
- Wildwood Farm (Farm Shop)1.0 km
- Station News0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Rayleigh Town Sports And Social Club0.3 km
- Grange Community Centre0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Brookside Cafe0.9 km
- Water Lilly Coffee Shop0.9 km
- Bight1.0 km
- Silver City0.2 km
- The Brilliant Coffee Co0.9 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Golden Palace1.0 km
- Hong Kong Chef0.2 km
- Ngl's Fnest Fsh & Chips0.5 km
- Station Grill0.9 km
- Grub And Go0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rayleigh1.0 km
- Battlesbridge3.9 km
- Hockley5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Tendring Avenue0.2 km
- Tendring Avenue0.2 km
- Purleigh Road0.2 km
- Purleigh Road0.2 km
- Falcon Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS69GG · Data under Open Government Licence