SS7 1DW is a safe, established residential area on Kingston Road in Thundersley and South Benfleet. Administratively it sits within Cedar Hall ward and the Castle Point constituency.
For serious buyers, SS7 1DW is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a healthcare and public administration zone — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 81% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £506k, down 41.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SS7 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00180554 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KINGSTON ROAD, SS7 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGSTON ROAD, SS7 1DW.
417
34
£ 46,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS7 1DW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SS7 1DW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £506k, 81% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 41.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS7 1DW. The average age is 34.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 365,000
6 sales · Mean £ 368,000
Detached
£ 515,000
5 sales · Mean £ 527,999
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS7 1DW has low crime rates — 25 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
The King John School
Cedar Hall School
Westwood Academy
The Deanes
Thundersley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- 363 Food And Wine0.9 km
- Hadleigh Pharmacy0.6 km
- Kiln Convenience Store0.3 km
- Westwood SF Connect (BP & M&S)0.7 km
- Appans Superstore0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- La Quinta0.6 km
- Sunny Side Up (Including The Hub)0.6 km
- Da Delis0.9 km
- Tammy's0.7 km
- The Virgin Active Cafe0.5 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Dragon Chef0.4 km
- One Takeaway0.4 km
- Ocean Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Pink Chilliz Benfleet Ltd0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Food0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Benfleet2.9 km
- Rayleigh3.2 km
- Leigh-On-Sea4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Shipwrights Drive North0.1 km
- Shipwrights Drive North0.1 km
- Cranbrook Avenue0.3 km
- Warren Chase0.4 km
- Warren Chase0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SS71DW · Data under Open Government Licence