About Brandy Hole

Brandy Hole is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It falls within the SS5 postcode area and is situated near the town of Southend-on-Sea. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes, many of which are set along quiet, tree-lined streets. There are a few local amenities, including a small shop and a community centre, which serve the needs of nearby residents. The proximity to Southend-on-Sea provides access to a range of services, including transport links, schools, and recreational facilities. The surrounding landscape is typical of Essex, with open fields and patches of woodland nearby. Brandy Hole is a peaceful place, well-suited to those seeking a quieter lifestyle while still being close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Brandy Hole

Families in Brandy Hole have access to 63 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brandy Hole

Homes sell for an average of £489K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £377K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brandy Hole

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Brandy Hole, with 7 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brandy Hole

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brandy Hole among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brandy Hole

Brandy Hole benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,281 sales

Average Price £489K
£2K — £93.4M
Detached £596K 1,345
Semi £377K 1,467
Terraced £331K 230
Flat £240K 169

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary
8 Secondary
12 Other
Roc5/A Willows Family Hub Delivery Site 0.9 miles Riverside Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Collingwood Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Trinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers Primary Good 1.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF Primary Good 1.3 miles William de Ferrers School Secondary 1.4 miles Che10 Chetwood Family Hub Delivery Site 1.4 miles Elmwood Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Lift Hockley Primary 1.8 miles Lift Plumberow Primary Good 1.8 miles Lift Greensward Secondary Good 2 miles Woodville Primary School Primary 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brandy Hole IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brandy Hole experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
5,730 Children (0-15) 17%
19,851 Working Age 59%
10,546 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Brandy Hole 50 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Brandy Hole are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Theft
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Essex Hockley and Hullbridge Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

South Woodham Ferrers Train Station 1.9 miles
Hockley Train Station 2 miles
Battlesbridge Train Station 2.6 miles
Rayleigh Train Station 3.1 miles
North Fambridge Train Station 3.2 miles
Rochford Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hullbridge 0.9 miles Mill Hill 1.2 miles South Woodham Ferrers 1.8 miles South Fambridge 1.9 miles North Fambridge 2.2 miles Hockley 2.2 miles Stow Maries 2.6 miles Rawreth 2.8 miles Ashingdon 2.8 miles Mount Bovers 2.8 miles Hawkwell 3.1 miles Woodham Ferrers 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Rochford
County Essex
Ward Hockley
Constituency Rayleigh and Wickford
Parish Hockley
Region East of England

Streets in SS5 30 shown View all streets

40 1 Aaron Lewis Close 1 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Road 2 Aldermans Hill 2 Alfreda Avenue 2 Almond Avenue 1 Althorpe Close 2 Ambleside Gardens 1 Appleyard Avenue 1 Ashdene Close 1 Ashingdon Road 2 Badgers Mount 1 Badgers Walk 2 Balmoral Gardens 1 Barnwell Drive 2 Beaches Close 1 Beatrice Close 1 Beckney Avenue 1 Beech Road 1 Beehive Lane 1 Belchamps Way 1 Belvedere Avenue 1 Bett's Lane 2 Birchdale 1 Blenheim Close 1 Blountswood Road 1 Bosworth Close 1 Brackendale Close 1 Bramerton Road 1

Postcodes in SS5 50 shown View all postcodes

SS5 4AA SS5 4AB SS5 4AD SS5 4AR SS5 4AS SS5 4AT SS5 4AX SS5 4AY SS5 4AZ SS5 4BE SS5 4BG SS5 4BH SS5 4BQ SS5 4BS SS5 4BT SS5 4BU SS5 4BX SS5 4BY SS5 4BZ SS5 4DA SS5 4DB SS5 4DD SS5 4DE SS5 4DF SS5 4DG SS5 4DH SS5 4DJ SS5 4DL SS5 4DN SS5 4DP SS5 4DQ SS5 4DR SS5 4DS SS5 4DT SS5 4DW SS5 4DX SS5 4DY SS5 4EA SS5 4ED SS5 4EE SS5 4EG SS5 4EH SS5 4EJ SS5 4EL SS5 4EN SS5 4EP SS5 4EQ SS5 4ER SS5 4ES SS5 4ET