Kenneth Road is in Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 3AN is located in the Thundersley North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kenneth Road, Benfleet, SS7 3AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 3AB, SS7 3EB, SS7 3AA, SS7 3BT, SS7 3EE, SS7 3BS, SS7 3EA, SS7 3AL, SS7 3AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS7 3AN 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 | 52.5% | 50.4% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.6% | 2.1% | 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 3AN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 26.6% | 32.3% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 54.9% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6% | 5.3% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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% | 52% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 42% | 32% | -10.0% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 11.5% | 3.9% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 17% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 17.5% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 17.5% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 17.9% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 6.3% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.8% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 96.4% | 97.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.5% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kenneth Road was 41.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.5% higher than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kenneth Road has the 27th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Appleton and the 128th highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146 Kenneth Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £437,000 | 2025-02-03 | £458,218 |
| 96 Kenneth Road, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-09-11 | £451,596 |
| 146 Kenneth Road, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £447,000 | 2021-12-10 | £482,665 |
| 116 Kenneth Road, Benfleet, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2021-09-10 | £297,445 |
| 118 Kenneth Road, Benfleet, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2017-12-15 | £315,213 |
SS7 3AN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SS7 3AN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Primary School Church Road , SS7 3HG | 4out of 4 | 348 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thundersley Primary School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3PT | 3out of 4 | 677 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Drake Primary School Church Road , New Thundersley SS7 3HT | 4out of 4 | 996 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kents Hill Road , South Benfleet SS7 5PX | 2out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Junior School Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 3out of 4 | 1,153 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 | 1,677 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 1,879 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 4,075 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 4,153 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 | 714 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 | 1,167 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 2,318 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 3,976 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Delis | 43 Kiln Road, Thundersley | 441 yd | |
| Tandoori Parlour | 61-63 Hart Road, Thundersley | 533 yd | |
| The Village Eatery | 65 Hart Road, Thundersley | 533 yd | |
| By George Of Thundersley | 124 Hart Road, Thundersley | 792 yd | |
| Maharaja Restaurant | 358 London Road, South Benfleet | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bread And Cheese | 520 London Road, South Benfleet | 308 yd | |
| White Hart Public House | White Hart, Hart Road | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelers Tandoori | 458 London Road, South Benfleet | 491 yd | |
| Thundersley Charcoal Grill | 73 Hart Road, Thundersley | 533 yd | |
| Thundersley Plaice | 67 Hart Road, Thundersley | 533 yd | |
| Lee's Kitchen | 81 Hart Road, Thundersley | 533 yd | |
| Wah Nam Chinese Takeaway | 126 Hart Road, Thundersley | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 130 Kiln Road, Thundersley | 801 yd | |
| Kents Hill Mini Mart | 347 Kents Hill Road, South Benfleet | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Seevic College RUNNYMEADE CHASE | health and fitness suite | 566 yd |
| Thundersley Primary School DARK LANE | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Runnymede Leisure Centre RUNNYMEDE SWIMMING POOL RO COUNCIL OFFICES RUNNYMEDE SWIMMING POOL RO COUNCIL OFFICES KILN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 679 yd |
| Seevic College Sports Ground KINGSLEIGH PARK HOMES | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| Cedar Hall School HART ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,059 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.