Earleswood is in Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 1DN is located in the Appleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Earleswood, Benfleet, SS7 1DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 5PH, SS7 1DQ, SS7 1DH, SS7 1DJ, SS7 5PR, SS7 1DL, SS7 1DS, SS7 1DR, SS7 1BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS7 1DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 51.2% | 55.4% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 48.8% | 44.6% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 | 31.6% | 35.9% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 44.7% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 7.6% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 9.7% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 49.5% | 45.6% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 36.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 11.8% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.7% | 24.2% | 4.5% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 15.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 27.8% | 17.5% | -10.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 4.2% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 17.1% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 19.2% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.4% | 94.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 96.5% | 94.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 94.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Earleswood was 10.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.9% lower than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Earleswood has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Appleton and the 17th lowest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Earleswood, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £477,500 | 2022-06-30 | £505,876 |
| 8 Earleswood, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £392,500 | 2020-10-20 | £483,149 |
| 17 Earleswood, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2016-11-15 | £446,875 |
| 12 Earleswood, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2016-10-14 | £469,372 |
| 2 Earleswood, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2013-10-25 | £402,220 |
SS7 1DN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kents Hill Junior School Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 3out of 4 | 252 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Infant Academy Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 4out of 4 | 252 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kents Hill Road , South Benfleet SS7 5PX | 2out of 4 | 459 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Benfleet Primary School High Road , South Benfleet SS7 5HA | 3out of 4 | 770 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jotmans Hall Primary School High Road , SS7 5RG | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 697 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 3out of 4 | 4,100 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 4,281 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USP College Runnymede Chase , SS7 1TW | - not rated | 1,810 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 2,011 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,512 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 5,030 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway Shell Filling Station | 280 High Road, South Benfleet | 616 yd | |
| Asia | 261 High Road, South Benfleet | 662 yd | |
| Tasty Bites | 275 - 277 High Road, South Benfleet | 662 yd | |
| Amala Restaurant | 303 High Road, South Benfleet | 662 yd | |
| Anatolian Restaurant | 311 High Road, South Benfleet | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benfleet Tavern | Richmond Avenue, South Benfleet | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benfleet Chinese Takeaway | 318 High Road, South Benfleet | 608 yd | |
| My Plaice Fish & Chips | 302 High Road, South Benfleet | 608 yd | |
| Peri Peri Original | 283 High Road, South Benfleet | 657 yd | |
| Benfleet Kebab | 213 High Road, South Benfleet | 787 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 225 High Road, South Benfleet | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 308 - 314 High Road, South Benfleet | 602 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 291 High Road, South Benfleet | 651 yd | |
| Premier Convenience Store | 263 High Road, South Benfleet | 662 yd | |
| Kents Hill Mini Mart | 347 Kents Hill Road, South Benfleet | 696 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kents Hill Junior School KENTS HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 203 yd |
| South Benfleet Primary School HIGH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 716 yd |
| Richmond Hall RICHMOND HALL RICHMOND HALL HIGH ROAD | 766 yd | |
| The Appleton School CROFT ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 819 yd |
| Bodycare Personal Fitness Club 193A 193A HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 867 yd |
| Jotmans Hall Primary School HIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 936 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.