Crouch Avenue is in Hullbridge, Hockley and in Rochford district. SS5 6HW is located in the Hullbridge 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 Crouch Avenue, Hullbridge, Hockley, SS5 6HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS5 6HN, SS5 6HG, SS5 6JD, SS5 6HQ, SS5 6JA, SS5 6HF, SS5 6BW, SS5 6JE, SS5 6HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SS5 6HW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 48.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 SS5 6HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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 | 26.1% | 27.1% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 58.1% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 7.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 47% | 50% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 35.1% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 11.4% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 21.2% | 16.5% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 12.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 18.6% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 4.7% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 17.2% | 2.2% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 25.1% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 5% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.8% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 99.2% | 98.2% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crouch Avenue was 17.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.7% lower than the Hullbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crouch Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Hullbridge and the 63rd lowest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Crouch Avenue, Hockley, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2024-04-08 | £400,245 |
| 97 Crouch Avenue, Hockley, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-10-18 | £467,906 |
| 90 Crouch Avenue, Hockley, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-04-05 | £451,376 |
| 93 Crouch Avenue, Hockley, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-01-28 | £386,735 |
| 86 Crouch Avenue, Hockley, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2016-08-19 | £377,477 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Primary School Ferry Road , SS5 6ND | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Collingwood Primary School Collingwood Road , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5YJ | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers Trinity Square , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5JX | 3out of 4 | 2,783 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmwood Primary School Guys Farm Road , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5NB | 3out of 4 | 2,814 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF Trinity Square , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5JX | 3out of 4 | 2,825 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William de Ferrers School Trinity Square , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5JU | 3out of 4 | 2,853 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 3,490 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 3,864 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greensward Academy Greensward Lane , SS5 5HG | 3out of 4 | 4,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 3,748 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanny Cha Cha's Coffee Shop | 129 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 360 yd | |
| Simla Tandori | 301 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 811 yd | |
| The Broadway Grill | 253 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 811 yd | |
| Fast Food | 253 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 811 yd | |
| Riverview Cafe | Hullbridge Yacht Club, Pooles Lane | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hullbridge Sports Association | Hullbridge Sports Club, Lower Road | 595 yd | |
| The Anchor | 284 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 768 yd | |
| Hullbridge Community Centre (Bar) | Hullbridge Community Association, Pooles Lane | 797 yd | |
| Up River Yacht Club | Pooles Lane, Hullbridge | 797 yd | |
| Smugglers Den Bar \& Grill | 315 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexanders | 133 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 384 yd | |
| Gold Lion | 131 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 384 yd | |
| China City | 255 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Hullbridge | 115 - 117 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 384 yd | |
| Co-op | 1 - 9 Ferry Road, Hullbridge | 678 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Primary School FERRY ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 608 yd |
| Hullbridge Sports Association LOWER ROAD | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Hullbridge Park Pooles Lane | grass pitches | 1,071 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% |
| Median download speed | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.58 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.