Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

MOUNTDALE GARDENS, SS9 4AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNTDALE GARDENS, SS9 4AJ.

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Population

332

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 44,200 /yr

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Employed

43%

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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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SS9 4AJ combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£473k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 144.5% year-on-year.

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

SS9 4AJ is a safe, established residential area on Mountdale Gardens, 1.2km from Eastwood in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Blenheim Park ward and the Southend West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS9, SS9 4AJ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 85% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £473k, up 144.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SS9 4AJ are sourced from Output Area E00079987 (shared with 6 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 SS9 4AJ. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.7%
Asian / British Asian10.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 672,500

1 sales · Mean £ 672,500

Semi-Detached

£ 275,000

1 sales · Mean £ 275,000

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

SS9 4AJ has low crime rates — 28 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 offences62
Other theft17
Vehicle crime10
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson9

school Local Schools

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The St Christopher School

Outstanding229 pupils0.2 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding656 pupils0.4 km
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The Eastwood Academy

Outstanding1103 pupils0.6 km
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St Thomas More High School

Good1216 pupils0.6 km
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Westcliff High School for Girls

Outstanding1348 pupils0.7 km
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Eastwood Primary School & Nursery

Good453 pupils0.7 km
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Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

Outstanding1253 pupils0.8 km
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Kingsdown School

Good123 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Arwin Express0.6 km
  • Bridgwater Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Cambridge News0.6 km
  • Chemys0.7 km
  • Costcutter0.7 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Blenheim Primary School Nursery0.3 km
  • Cubanos0.7 km
  • Fondant Memories0.8 km
  • Mendip Community Group0.5 km
  • Westcliff High School For Boys - Sixth Form Centre0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Chris' Famous Fish0.8 km
  • Curry Pot0.4 km
  • Eastwood Takeaway0.4 km
  • Fish Shop 20.7 km
  • Kebabs R Us0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chalkwell2.2 km
  • Leigh-On-Sea2.5 km
  • Southend Airport3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Sandhurst Crescent0.0 km
  • Sandhurst Crescent0.0 km
  • Broomfield Avenue0.3 km
  • Stonehill Road0.3 km
  • Picketts Avenue0.3 km