Crescent Road is in Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 1JL is located in the St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crescent Road, Benfleet, SS7 1JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 1JH, SS7 5LB, SS7 1JJ, SS7 1ET, SS7 5LA, SS7 5HZ, SS7 1EG, SS7 5LD, SS7 5LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS7 1JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.4% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.6% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 1JL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 29.7% | 30.3% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 52% | 2.8% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 6.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 10.4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 47.1% | 52.6% | 5.5% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 31.7% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 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.
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 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 18.4% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 12.3% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 16.3% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 5.8% | -2.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 21.2% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 22.7% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.3% | 93.4% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.3% | 94.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 94.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crescent Road was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.1% higher than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Crescent Road has the 25th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Appleton and the 117th highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Crescent Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £749,950 | 2024-11-13 | £767,338 |
| 24 Crescent Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2024-09-25 | £777,920 |
| 37 Crescent Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-11-23 | £468,943 |
| 62 Crescent Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2023-07-07 | £585,577 |
| 54 Crescent Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2022-09-29 | £1,004,950 |
SS7 1JL 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 1JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 30 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Benfleet Primary School High Road , South Benfleet SS7 5HA | 3out of 4 | 168 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Junior School Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Infant Academy Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 4out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kents Hill Road , South Benfleet SS7 5PX | 2out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jotmans Hall Primary School High Road , SS7 5RG | 3out of 4 | 1,361 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 | 1,385 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,330 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cornelius Vermuyden School Dinant Avenue , SS8 9QS | 3out of 4 | 3,360 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View School Foksville Road , SS8 7FH | 2out of 4 | 4,678 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USP College Runnymede Chase , SS7 1TW | - not rated | 1,922 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 | 2,741 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee & Moore | 200B High Road, South Benfleet | 176 yd | |
| Akash Tandoori | 219 High Road, South Benfleet | 204 yd | |
| Run Rooster Benfleet | 198 High Road, South Benfleet | 211 yd | |
| Subway Shell Filling Station | 280 High Road, South Benfleet | 343 yd | |
| Tasty Bites | 275 - 277 High Road, South Benfleet | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Benfleet Social Club | 8 Vicarage Hill, South Benfleet | 535 yd | |
| Boyce Hill Golf & Country Club | Boyce Hill Golf Club, Vicarage Hill | 556 yd | |
| Benfleet Tavern | Richmond Avenue, South Benfleet | 675 yd | |
| Anchor Inn | 1 Essex Way, South Benfleet | 904 yd | |
| Hoy And Helmet | Hoy And Helmet Public House, 24 - 32 High Street | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benfleet Kebab | 213 High Road, South Benfleet | 204 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 225 High Road, South Benfleet | 204 yd | |
| T & C Takeaway | 200 High Road, South Benfleet | 211 yd | |
| Peri Peri Original | 283 High Road, South Benfleet | 348 yd | |
| Benfleet Chinese Takeaway | 318 High Road, South Benfleet | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Convenience Store | 263 High Road, South Benfleet | 359 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 291 High Road, South Benfleet | 371 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 308 - 314 High Road, South Benfleet | 437 yd | |
| Candy Shell Supermarket | 131 High Road, South Benfleet | 458 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodycare Personal Fitness Club 193A 193A HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 219 yd |
| South Benfleet Primary School HIGH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 287 yd |
| Richmond Hall RICHMOND HALL RICHMOND HALL HIGH ROAD | 407 yd | |
| Boyce Hill Golf & Country Club BOYCE HILL GOLF CLUB BOYCE HILL GOLF CLUB VICARAGE HILL | golf | 434 yd |
| Benfleet Playing Fields BROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 619 yd |
| Kents Hill Junior School KENTS HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 943 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.2% |
| 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 | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 224.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.