Postcode Analysis Southend-on-Sea, East of England

THE RODINGS, SS9 5AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE RODINGS, SS9 5AZ.

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Population

235

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

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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7/10
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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

SS9 5AZ is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 90% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £417k reflects the demand.

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

SS9 5AZ is a sought-after residential area on The Rodings, 0.5km from Eastwood in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Eastwood Park ward and the Southend West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS9, SS9 5AZ offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. An established, mature community with an average age of 58 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 90% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £417k. 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 SS9 5AZ are sourced from Output Area E00080046 (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 5AZ. The average age is 57.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 383,000

9 sales · Mean £ 392,000

Semi-Detached

£ 346,750

4 sales · Mean £ 343,375

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

SS9 5AZ has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences38
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson6
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Edwards Hall Primary School

Good381 pupils0.2 km
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Heycroft Primary School

Inadequate397 pupils1.0 km
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Fairways Primary School

Good418 pupils1.2 km
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Eastwood Primary School & Nursery

Good453 pupils1.3 km
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The Eastwood Academy

Outstanding1103 pupils1.3 km
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Kingsdown School

Good123 pupils1.4 km
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The St Christopher School

Outstanding229 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Londis1.0 km
  • Woods Chemist0.1 km
  • Z B News0.1 km
  • Home Made Bakery0.7 km
  • Londis0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Brookside Tavern0.1 km
  • The Bellhouse0.3 km
  • The Oakwood0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Artability Ltd0.1 km
  • Flavours Gelato0.9 km
  • Hasina Tandoori0.1 km
  • The Cake O'Clock Tea Shop0.1 km
  • Edward Turkish Charcoal Grill0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Byfords Food Hall0.9 km
  • Lidl0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Charcoal And Earth0.1 km
  • Chick N Shake0.1 km
  • Elite Peri Peri0.9 km
  • Famous Chef0.1 km
  • Fish Express0.8 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leigh-On-Sea3.3 km
  • Hockley3.7 km
  • Southend Airport3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Jones Corner0.1 km
  • Jones Corner0.2 km
  • Dandies Drive Lower0.3 km
  • Progress Road0.3 km
  • Dandies Drive Upper0.3 km