Steward Elms Farm Lane is in Stambridge, Rochford and in Rochford district. SS4 2BB is located in the Roche North and Rural 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 Steward Elms Farm Lane, Stambridge, Rochford, SS4 2BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS4 2BT, SS4 2AY, SS4 2AX, SS4 2BD, SS4 2BS, SS4 2BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS4 2BB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.3% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.7% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 24.4% | 29.8% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 48.4% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 4.5% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 14.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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 | 44.7% | 45.5% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 33.3% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around SS4 2BB this area, 29.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.9% | 29.8% | 2.9% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 11.4% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 15.7% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.2% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 13.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 20% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.7% | 96.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 94.9% | 96.1% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 96.3% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.2% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Steward Elms Farm Lane was 105.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.1% higher than the Roche North and Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Steward Elms Farm Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Roche North and Rural and the 27th highest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Steward Elms Farm Lane, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-02-02 | £381,300 |
| Longmead Steward Elms Farm Lane, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £169,995 | 2001-06-06 | £565,119 |
| Little Stewards Steward Elms Farm Lane, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £106,740 | 1997-05-06 | £617,836 |
| 1 Steward Elms Farm Lane, Rochford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 1997-03-03 | £471,377 |
SS4 2BB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SS4 2BB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 143 |
| Full-Time Employee | 140 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stambridge Primary School Stambridge Road , Stambridge SS4 2AP | 3out of 4 | 1,320 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterman Primary Academy The Boulevard , SS4 1QF | 3out of 4 | 2,506 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canewdon Endowed Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School High Street , Canewdon SS4 3QA | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Ashingdon Road , SS4 1RF | 3out of 4 | 3,018 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holt Farm Infant School Ashingdon Road , SS4 1RS | 3out of 4 | 3,041 yd | Community 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 | 2,818 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cecil Jones Academy Eastern Avenue , SS2 4BU | 1out of 4 | 4,987 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,869 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victory Park Academy Wentworth Road , SS2 5LG | 2out of 4 | 5,231 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lakes Stambridge Fisheries | Stambridge Trout Fisheries, Stambridge Road | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Stambridge Road, Stambridge | 124 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stewards Elm Farm Playing Field STEWARD ELMS FARM LANE | grass pitches | 234 yd |
| Stambridge Memorial Ground STAMBRIDGE MEMORIAL GROUND STAMBRIDGE MEMORIAL GROUND STAMBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 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.