Wendon Close is in Rochford and in Rochford district. SS4 1UF is located in the Hawkwell West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rayleigh and Wickford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wendon Close, Rochford, SS4 1UF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS4 1UE, SS4 1UL, SS4 1UN, SS4 3AG, SS4 1UQ, SS4 1FL, SS4 1GE, SS4 1SF, SS4 3AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS4 1UF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents 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 | 49.2% | 53% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 50.8% | 47% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SS4 1UF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.3% | 26% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 52.7% | -7.5% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 10.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 9.3% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41% | 43.5% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 35% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 15.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 24% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.4% | 14% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 15.5% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 17.1% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 18.2% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 97.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 96.8% | 97.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wendon Close was 34.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.0% lower than the Hawkwell East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wendon Close has the 26th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Hawkwell East and the 130th highest crime rate of 261 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nook Wendon Close, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-09-02 | £374,584 |
| Silverdale Wendon Close, Rochford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2014-10-30 | £262,837 |
| Springfields Wendon Close, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2014-08-13 | £267,649 |
| Greenwoods Wendon Close, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2012-09-07 | £308,786 |
| Greenwoods Wendon Close, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £194,995 | 2007-11-22 | £335,692 |
SS4 1UF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SS4 1UF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holt Farm Infant School Ashingdon Road , SS4 1RS | 3out of 4 | 730 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holt Farm Junior School Ashingdon Road , Hawkwell SS4 1RS | 3out of 4 | 775 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holt Farm Junior School Ashingdon Road , Hawkwell SS4 1RS | - not rated | 775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Ashingdon Road , SS4 1RF | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Hawkwell Ashingdon Road , SS4 1RF | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King Edmund School Vaughan Close , SS4 1TL | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King Edmund School Vaughan Close , SS4 1TL | - not rated | 748 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Greensward Greensward Lane , SS5 5HG | 3out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greensward College Greensward Lane , SS5 5HG | - not rated | 2,493 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Eastwood Academy Rayleigh Road , SS9 5UU | 4out of 4 | 4,311 yd | Academy converter | 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 | - not rated | 1,812 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | - not rated | 4,050 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown School Snakes Lane , SS2 6XT | - not rated | 4,050 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | - not rated | 4,981 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | 3out of 4 | 4,981 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 206 | 204 - 206 Ashingdon Road, Rochford | 570 yd | |
| The Wellspring | St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Ashingdon Road | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochford 100 Rugby Club | Rochford Rugby Club, Magnolia Road | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lin Lam | 11 Golden Cross Parade, Ashingdon Road | 397 yd | |
| Munch Kings | 2 Golden Cross Parade, Ashingdon Road | 397 yd | |
| Pasha Kebab | 1 Golden Cross Parade, Ashingdon Road | 397 yd | |
| Turkish Mangal @ Rochford | 1 Golden Cross Parade, Ashingdon Road | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 6 - 8 Golden Cross Parade, Ashingdon Road | 397 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Edmund Business & Enterprise School VAUGHAN CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 748 yd |
| Holt Farm Junior School ASHINGDON ROAD | swimming pool | 765 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.