SS7 1DU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Oakfield Road, 0.7km from South Benfleet in Thundersley and South Benfleet. Administratively it sits within St Mary's ward and the Castle Point constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS7, SS7 1DU offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k, up 56.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS7 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00109337 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKFIELD ROAD, SS7 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKFIELD ROAD, SS7 1DU.
381
48
£ 47,700 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SS7 1DU — age 48, 86% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 56.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS7 1DU. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 525,000
1 sales · Mean £ 525,000
Semi-Detached
£ 356,250
4 sales · Mean £ 351,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS7 1DU has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
South Benfleet Primary School
Kents Hill Infant Academy
Kents Hill Junior School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Jotmans Hall Primary School
The Appleton School
Kingston Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Elora Pharmacy0.9 km
- Shree News0.9 km
- Barkins Butchers0.4 km
- B B Grout Ltd0.4 km
- Babos Grocery0.4 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Boyce Hill Golf & Country Club0.9 km
- South Benfleet Social Club1.0 km
- Benfleet Tavern0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Anatolian Restaurant0.4 km
- Asia0.4 km
- Legacy XS Management Limited0.6 km
- Maharaja Restaurant/Peri Peri Kitchen1.0 km
- Run Rooster Benfleet0.6 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Kents Hill Mini Mart0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Premier Convenience Store0.4 km
- The Co-operative0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Benfleet Kebab0.5 km
- Crispy Cod Fish Bar0.9 km
- My Plaice Fish & Chips0.4 km
- T & C Takeaway0.6 km
- Wheelers Tandoori0.9 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Benfleet1.5 km
- Pitsea3.7 km
- Rayleigh4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Cumberland Avenue0.2 km
- Cumberland Avenue0.2 km
- Clifton Avenue0.3 km
- Clifton Avenue0.3 km
- High Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SS71DU · Data under Open Government Licence