Church Road is in Hadleigh, Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 2HA is located in the Hadleigh St James electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Road, Hadleigh, Benfleet, SS7 2HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 2ED, SS7 2EA, SS7 2HB, SS7 2DP, SS7 2DN, SS7 1BD, SS7 2HD, SS7 2BY, SS7 2DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS7 2HA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 51% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 45.7% | 49% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 34.5% | 35.9% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 45.4% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 10.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.9% | 49% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 43.4% | 36.6% | -6.8% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 12.1% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 18.5% | 13.9% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 15.1% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 17.9% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 19.4% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 28.2% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 97.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
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 | 96.6% | 94.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.3% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 31.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.2% lower than the Hadleigh St James average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Hadleigh St James and the 102nd lowest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107A Church Road, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-11-19 | £185,930 |
| 98 Church Road, Benfleet, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2025-10-22 | £336,085 |
| 116 Church Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2025-07-04 | £534,347 |
| 98 Church Road, Benfleet, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £313,000 | 2022-11-08 | £314,256 |
| 77A Church Road, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2022-05-26 | £403,888 |
SS7 2HA 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadleigh Junior School Church Road , SS7 2DQ | - not rated | 329 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School Bilton Road , Hadleigh SS7 2HQ | - not rated | 354 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadleigh Infant and Nursery School Bilton Road , Hadleigh SS7 2HQ | 3out of 4 | 354 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadleigh Junior School Church Road , Hadleigh SS7 2DQ | - not rated | 425 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadleigh Junior School Church Road , Hadleigh SS7 2DQ | - not rated | 425 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belfairs Academy Highlands Boulevard , SS9 3TG | 2out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belfairs High School Highlands Boulevard , SS9 3TG | - not rated | 1,742 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,774 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | - not rated | 1,774 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 3out of 4 | 2,395 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,890 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children's Support Centre Hadleigh School House , 20 the Avenue SS7 2DL | - not rated | 354 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Oasis School 671 London Road , Hadleigh SS7 2EE | - not rated | 578 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Michael's School 198 Hadleigh Road , Leigh on Sea SS9 2LP | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | - not rated | 2,889 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Christopher School Mountdale Gardens , SS9 4AW | - not rated | 3,475 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Ducks | 364 London Road, Hadleigh | 196 yd | |
| Ada Brasserie | 296 London Road, Hadleigh | 323 yd | |
| Maison Noir | 285 London Road, Hadleigh | 444 yd | |
| Costa | 269 London Road, Hadleigh | 450 yd | |
| Crystal Cafe | 275 London Road, Hadleigh | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hadleigh & Thundersley Cricket Club | John Burrows Recreation Ground, Rectory Road | 675 yd | |
| Castle Hotel Public House | Castle Hotel, High Street | 786 yd | |
| Fatty's Bar | 20 High Street, Hadleigh | 786 yd | |
| Hadleigh Conservative Club | 22-24 High Street, Hadleigh | 786 yd | |
| Western Dance Centre | 38 High Street, Hadleigh | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nims Thai Kitchen | 360 London Road, Hadleigh | 323 yd | |
| Hadleigh Kebabs | 311 London Road, Hadleigh | 450 yd | |
| Peggotty's | 132 High Street, Hadleigh | 500 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 248 London Road, Hadleigh | 523 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 204 London Road, Hadleigh | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 272-274 London Road, Hadleigh | 523 yd | |
| Iceland | 2 Rectory Road, Hadleigh | 676 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 175 London Road, Hadleigh | 696 yd | |
| Tesco Metro | Esso And Tesco Express, 1781 - 1799 London Road | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hadleigh Junior School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 330 yd |
| Hadleigh Hall Rectory Road | 819 yd | |
| Hadleigh Park Lawn Tennis Club HADLEIGH PARK LAWN TENNIS CLUB HADLEIGH PARK LAWN TENNIS CLUB ELM ROAD | tennis courts | 841 yd |
| John H Burrows Ground RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 964 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 77.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.