The Rundels is in Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 3QN 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 The Rundels, Benfleet, SS7 3QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 3QL, SS7 3QJ, SS7 3QT, SS7 3PE, SS7 3QS, SS7 3QR, SS7 3BD, SS7 3BA, SS7 3BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS7 3QN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 51.9% | 52.8% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47.2% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 29.8% | 31.4% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 43.9% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 12% | 14.3% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 8% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 43.8% | 40.2% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 36.5% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 16.3% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 6.5% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.3% | 22.6% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 11.8% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 17.8% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 24% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 15.3% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 93.8% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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 | 97.8% | 95.8% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.4% | 37.2% | 14.2% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Rundels was 43.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% lower than the St George's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Rundels has the 17th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in St George's and the 119th highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 The Rundels, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-07-23 | £389,886 |
| 111 The Rundels, Benfleet, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-10-20 | £314,358 |
| 117 The Rundels, Benfleet, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £333,000 | 2022-11-29 | £343,688 |
| 61 The Rundels, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2022-03-04 | £380,068 |
| 43 The Rundels, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-11-19 | £383,775 |
SS7 3QN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thundersley Primary School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3PT | 3out of 4 | 18 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingston Primary School Church Road , SS7 3HG | 4out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Drake Primary School Church Road , New Thundersley SS7 3HT | 4out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kents Hill Road , South Benfleet SS7 5PX | 2out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Junior School Kents Hill Road , SS7 5PS | 3out of 4 | 1,841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Appleton School Croft Road , SS7 5RN | 3out of 4 | 2,343 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The FitzWimarc School Hockley Road , SS6 8EB | 2out of 4 | 3,526 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 3,567 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 | 654 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 | 496 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 4out of 4 | 2,788 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 3,600 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St. Michael's School 198 Hadleigh Road , Leigh on Sea SS9 2LP | - not rated | 5,056 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| By George Of Thundersley | 124 Hart Road, Thundersley | 321 yd | |
| Tandoori Parlour | 61-63 Hart Road, Thundersley | 430 yd | |
| The Village Eatery | 65 Hart Road, Thundersley | 430 yd | |
| TRSC Cafe | Recreation Ground, Common Lane | 682 yd | |
| Da Delis | 43 Kiln Road, Thundersley | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart Public House | White Hart, Hart Road | 296 yd | |
| The Woodmans Arms | The Woodmans Arms Public House, Rayleigh Road | 849 yd | |
| Bread And Cheese | 520 London Road, South Benfleet | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wah Nam Chinese Takeaway | 126 Hart Road, Thundersley | 321 yd | |
| Thundersley Charcoal Grill | 73 Hart Road, Thundersley | 430 yd | |
| Thundersley Plaice | 67 Hart Road, Thundersley | 430 yd | |
| Lee's Kitchen | 81 Hart Road, Thundersley | 430 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway | 297 Hart Road, Thundersley | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 130 Kiln Road, Thundersley | 771 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thundersley Primary School DARK LANE | grass pitches | 163 yd |
| Seevic College Sports Ground KINGSLEIGH PARK HOMES | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| Cedar Hall School HART ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 375 yd |
| Seevic College RUNNYMEADE CHASE | health and fitness suite | 555 yd |
| Runnymede Leisure Centre RUNNYMEDE SWIMMING POOL RO COUNCIL OFFICES RUNNYMEDE SWIMMING POOL RO COUNCIL OFFICES KILN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 579 yd |
| Thundersley Common GOODWOOD CLOSE | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Kingston Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 866 yd |
| Virgin Active (Thundersley) RAYLEIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,036 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 | 31.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.24 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.