Rushbottom Lane is in Benfleet and in Castle Point district. SS7 4LR is located in the St George'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 Rushbottom Lane, Benfleet, SS7 4LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS7 4LP, SS7 4LL, SS7 4NW, SS7 4LU, SS7 4LN, SS7 4NL, SS7 4LY, SS7 4LJ, SS7 4LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SS7 4LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 52.7% | 52.5% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 47.5% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 22.9% | 31% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 49% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 12.2% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 7.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 45% | 41.1% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 40.5% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 14.9% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 26.5% | 0.4% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 14.8% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 18.7% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 6.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 13.6% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 17.5% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.3% | 95.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 97% | 94.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 94% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.3% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rushbottom Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the St George's average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 208 Rushbottom Lane, Benfleet, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2013-08-19 | £543,045 |
SS7 4LR 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 4LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomerie Primary School Rushbottom Lane , New Thundersley SS7 4LW | 3out of 4 | 310 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodham Ley Primary School Rushbottom Lane , Great Tarpots SS7 4DN | 3out of 4 | 549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Drake Primary School Church Road , New Thundersley SS7 3HT | 4out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jotmans Hall Primary School High Road , SS7 5RG | 3out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England Academy, Bowers Gifford London Road , Bowers Gifford SS13 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,609 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Upper Academy Wickford Avenue , SS13 3HL | 3out of 4 | 3,286 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanes Daws Heath Road , Thundersley SS7 2TD | 2out of 4 | 4,121 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Basildon Lower Academy Timberlog Close , Timberlog Lane SS14 1UX | 3out of 4 | 4,317 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King John School Shipwrights Drive , Thundersley SS7 1RQ | 1out of 4 | 4,382 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,224 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 | 237 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Hall School Hart Road , Thundersley SS7 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,404 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Karalius Foundation Rayleigh Town Sports & Social Club , London Road SS6 9DT | - not rated | 3,973 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Castledon School Bromfords Drive , SS12 0PW | 3out of 4 | 4,185 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 | 972 yd | |
| Poppy's Cafe | 125 London Road, South Benfleet | 995 yd | |
| Wimpy | 129 London Road, South Benfleet | 995 yd | |
| KFC | 138 London Road, South Benfleet | 1,092 yd | |
| Aspera | 130 London Road, South Benfleet | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motowns Lounge Bar | 6 Roseberry Walk, Benfleet | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmos | 5 Roseberry Walk, Benfleet | 925 yd | |
| Kamble | 3 Roseberry Walk, Benfleet | 925 yd | |
| Fish'N' Chick'N | 161 Church Road, Thundersley | 972 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 128 London Road, South Benfleet | 1,092 yd | |
| The Cod Father | 132 London Road, South Benfleet | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa | 119-123 London Road, South Benfleet | 995 yd | |
| Tesco | 92 London Road, South Benfleet | 1,020 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomerie Primary School MONTGOMERY PRIMARY SCHOOL MONTGOMERY PRIMARY SCHOOL RUSHBOTTOM LANE | grass pitches | 226 yd |
| Oasis Ladies ROSEBERRY WALK | health and fitness suite | 926 yd |
| Benfleet Cricket Club Woodside View | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.