Barncombe Close is in Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 4AQ is located in the Tarpots electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Castle Point. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barncombe Close, Benfleet, SS7 4AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 4AJ, SS7 4PL, SS7 4AG, SS7 4AW, SS7 4SS, SS7 4AH, SS7 4PN, SS7 4EN, SS7 4HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS7 4AQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 52.4% | 52.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 28.5% | 34.4% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 49.5% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 8.2% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 49.2% | 48.7% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 38% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 9.8% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 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.
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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.2% | 23.5% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10.3% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 17.8% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 21% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 4.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.4% | 87.9% | -9.5% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 98.1% | 93.8% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 94.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barncombe Close was 55.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.1% lower than the St George's average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Barncombe Close has the 14th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in St George's and the 94th highest crime rate of 281 local areas in Castle Point .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Barncombe Close, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-08-20 | £341,271 |
| 14 Barncombe Close, Benfleet, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2023-09-29 | £420,452 |
| 16 Barncombe Close, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2023-07-28 | £493,117 |
| 8 Barncombe Close, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £387,000 | 2022-08-15 | £390,851 |
| 29 Barncombe Close, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2022-06-20 | £536,679 |
SS7 4AQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% 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 4AQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert Drake Primary School Church Road , New Thundersley SS7 3HT | 4out of 4 | 509 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodham Ley Primary School Rushbottom Lane , Great Tarpots SS7 4DN | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomerie Primary School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kents Hill Road , South Benfleet SS7 5PX | 2out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingston Primary School Church Road , SS7 3HG | 4out of 4 | 1,087 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 | 1,065 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 3,011 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 3,202 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sweyne Park School Sir Walter Raleigh Drive , SS6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 4,170 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 4,178 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 | 2,042 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 | 996 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,279 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 3,767 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | 3out of 4 | 5,323 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everest Tandoori | 163 Church Road, Thundersley | 211 yd | |
| Beefys Diner | 12 Brunel Road, Manor Trading Estate | 470 yd | |
| Scrumdidllybun Bakery Ltd | 12 Manor Trading Estate, Armstrong Road | 475 yd | |
| The Tarpots (Harvester) | Tarpots Harvester, High Road | 479 yd | |
| Malaya | 274 London Road, South Benfleet | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Willsher | 170-180 Church Road, Hadleigh | 134 yd | |
| Motowns Lounge Bar | 6 Roseberry Walk, Benfleet | 270 yd | |
| The Warehouse Bar | Unit C7, 30 Brunel Road | 581 yd | |
| Rileys Sports Bar | 669-673 High Road, South Benfleet | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish'N' Chick'N | 161 Church Road, Thundersley | 211 yd | |
| Kamble | 3 Roseberry Walk, Benfleet | 270 yd | |
| Cosmos | 5 Roseberry Walk, Benfleet | 270 yd | |
| Burgerz & Bitez | 325A London Road, South Benfleet | 561 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 128 London Road, South Benfleet | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kents Hill Mini Mart | 347 Kents Hill Road, South Benfleet | 726 yd | |
| Nisa | 119-123 London Road, South Benfleet | 849 yd | |
| Tesco | 92 London Road, South Benfleet | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Ladies ROSEBERRY WALK | health and fitness suite | 270 yd |
| The Robert Drake Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Benfleet Cricket Club Woodside View | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Kingston Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Benfleet Fc (Woodside Park) Manor Road | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| The Appleton School CROFT ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,080 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 | 32 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.