Avondale Road is in Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 1EH 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 Avondale Road, Benfleet, SS7 1EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 1EJ, SS7 1EL, SS7 1DB, SS7 1DF, SS7 1EN, SS7 1DD, SS7 1ES, SS7 1DE, SS7 1EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS7 1EH 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 | 50.3% | 50.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.7% | 0.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SS7 1EH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.8% 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 | 25.9% | 24.5% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 60.8% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 16.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 7% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 46.7% | 51.4% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 33.6% | -4.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.1% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 24.1% | 17.9% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 11.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 18.3% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.8% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 16.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 28.2% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.7% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 97.9% | 92.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Avondale Road was 18.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.8% lower than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Avondale Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Appleton and the 50th lowest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Avondale Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2024-10-23 | £652,500 |
| 51 Avondale Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-09-27 | £407,482 |
| 43 Avondale Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2023-10-27 | £498,669 |
| 47 Avondale Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-09-12 | £502,475 |
| 29 Avondale Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-03-17 | £527,547 |
SS7 1EH 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 SS7 1EH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kents Hill Junior School Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 3out of 4 | 460 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Infant Academy Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 4out of 4 | 460 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kents Hill Road , South Benfleet SS7 5PX | 2out of 4 | 608 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Benfleet Primary School High Road , South Benfleet SS7 5HA | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jotmans Hall Primary School High Road , SS7 5RG | 3out of 4 | 1,188 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 | 1,079 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 2,325 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 3out of 4 | 3,873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 4,666 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 | 1,521 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,291 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 2,338 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 5,068 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 | 646 yd | |
| Asia | 261 High Road, South Benfleet | 694 yd | |
| Tasty Bites | 275 - 277 High Road, South Benfleet | 694 yd | |
| Amala Restaurant | 303 High Road, South Benfleet | 694 yd | |
| Anatolian Restaurant | 311 High Road, South Benfleet | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benfleet Tavern | Richmond Avenue, South Benfleet | 930 yd | |
| Bread And Cheese | 520 London Road, South Benfleet | 957 yd | |
| Boyce Hill Golf & Country Club | Boyce Hill Golf Club, Vicarage Hill | 966 yd | |
| South Benfleet Social Club | 8 Vicarage Hill, South Benfleet | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benfleet Chinese Takeaway | 318 High Road, South Benfleet | 676 yd | |
| My Plaice Fish & Chips | 302 High Road, South Benfleet | 676 yd | |
| Peri Peri Original | 283 High Road, South Benfleet | 684 yd | |
| Benfleet Kebab | 213 High Road, South Benfleet | 707 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 225 High Road, South Benfleet | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 308 - 314 High Road, South Benfleet | 689 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 291 High Road, South Benfleet | 691 yd | |
| Premier Convenience Store | 263 High Road, South Benfleet | 694 yd | |
| Kents Hill Mini Mart | 347 Kents Hill Road, South Benfleet | 906 yd | |
| Candy Shell Supermarket | 131 High Road, South Benfleet | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kents Hill Junior School KENTS HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| South Benfleet Primary School HIGH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 698 yd |
| Bodycare Personal Fitness Club 193A 193A HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 763 yd |
| Richmond Hall RICHMOND HALL RICHMOND HALL HIGH ROAD | 798 yd | |
| Boyce Hill Golf & Country Club BOYCE HILL GOLF CLUB BOYCE HILL GOLF CLUB VICARAGE HILL | golf | 808 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 | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| 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 | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.