Sutton Ford Cottages is in Rochford and in Rochford district. SS4 1LE is located in the Roche South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochford and Southend East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sutton Ford Cottages, Rochford, SS4 1LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS4 1LE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.4% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 57.4% | 7.4% | 51.0% | 6.4% |
| Male | 50% | 42.6% | -7.4% | 49.0% | -6.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.5% | 37.3% | 13.8% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 45.8% | -14.2% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 0.8% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 11% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.5% | 53.4% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 35.9% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 8.4% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.5% | 15.3% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 16.1% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 25.4% | 8.0% | 13.4% | 12.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 15.3% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 23.7% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0.8% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 100% | 3.7% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.5% | 95.4% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 95.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sutton Ford Cottages was 53.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.1% lower than the Foulness and The Wakerings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sutton Ford Cottages has the 10th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Foulness and The Wakerings and the 78th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Sutton Ford Cottages Sutton Road, Rochford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-09-22 | £337,825 |
| 3 Sutton Ford Cottages, Rochford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2008-08-15 | £326,855 |
| 3 Sutton Ford Cottages, Rochford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,500 | 1997-08-22 | £303,096 |
SS4 1LE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SS4 1LE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochford Primary and Nursery School 6 Ashingdon Road , SS4 1NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,675 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stambridge Primary School Stambridge Road , Stambridge SS4 2AP | 3out of 4 | 1,720 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterman Primary Academy The Boulevard , SS4 1QF | 3out of 4 | 2,044 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Ashingdon Road , SS4 1RF | 3out of 4 | 2,254 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prince Avenue Academy and Nursery Hornby Avenue , SS0 0LG | 3out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil Jones Academy Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BU | 1out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend High School for Boys Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RG | 4out of 4 | 2,936 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The King Edmund School Vaughan Close , SS4 1TL | 3out of 4 | 3,007 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase High School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 2out of 4 | 3,324 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastwood Academy Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UU | 4out of 4 | 4,133 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Essex College of Further and Higher Education Luker Road , SS1 1ND | - not rated | 4,171 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Adolescent Unit Rochford Hospital , Union Lane SS4 1RB | 3out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 2,551 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton House Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 2,954 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southend YMCA Community School The Ticket House , 110 East Street SS2 6LH | 3out of 4 | 3,066 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster School Prittlewell Chase , SS0 0RT | 3out of 4 | 3,324 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monkey Bizness | 6 Purdeys Way, Rochford | 216 yd | |
| Bounce Village Ltd | 12A Purdeys Way, Rochford | 435 yd | |
| Sam's Cafe | 34A Purdeys Way, Rochford | 543 yd | |
| Scotts Kitchen | Scotts Nursery, Sutton Road | 823 yd | |
| Anne Boleyn | Anne Boleyn Public House, 93 Southend Road | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollacity | 12 Purdeys Way, Rochford | 435 yd | |
| Rankins Cricket Club | Broomhills, Stambridge Road | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thank COD It's Friday | 109 Southend Road, Rochford | 910 yd | |
| Uncle Kams Southend | 109 Southend Road, Rochford | 910 yd | |
| Tuk Tuk Far East | 119 Southend Road, Rochford | 921 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 117 Southend Road, Rochford | 921 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Fitness Gym PURDEYS WAY | health and fitness suite | 208 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Southend) PURDEYS WAY | health and fitness suite | 361 yd |
| Crowstone Preparatory School (Closed) Shopland Road | grass pitches | 382 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.