SS13 Basildon represents a mid-market postcode with modest performance metrics. Five-year price growth averaged 1.3% annually, significantly below national trends, whilst rental growth outpaced price appreciation at 5.0% CAGR, indicating investor preference for yield over capital gains. Population expansion of 0.6% over five years reflects limited demographic momentum. The district occupies the 39th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 48.3, classifying it as average. Early-stage gentrification signals potential for future change, though current data suggests the area remains transitional rather than established for premium growth. Investment decisions require consideration of rental income generation against constrained price appreciation potential.
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- 1Property prices up 1.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.6% per year
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What's changing in Basildon · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.1 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by safety.
34 planning applications submitted in SS13 over the last six months.
Basildon (SS13) common questions
Is Basildon up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Basildon (SS13) as Early. Its trajectory score is 49/100 (Average), in the top 53% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Basildon safe?
Basildon has a safety score of 43/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Basildon?
The average property price in Basildon (SS13) is £397k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Basildon?
The median monthly rent in Basildon (SS13) is £1,382 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Basildon?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Wickford (SS12), Basildon (SS16), Hastings (TN34), Benfleet (SS7), Basildon (SS15). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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