SS7 Benfleet has demonstrated modest capital appreciation at 2.0% annually over five years, whilst rental income has grown at 4.2% per annum across the same period. The district ranks in the 63rd percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 52.3/100, classified as strong. Population growth remains subdued at 1.0% over five years, indicating relatively stable demographic conditions. The postcode is currently in pre-cursor gentrification stage, suggesting potential for neighbourhood evolution before widespread property revaluation occurs. For investors, the rental growth trajectory outpaces capital growth, reflecting a yield-focused market profile rather than appreciation-driven returns.
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- 1Property prices up 1.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.0% per year
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What's changing in Benfleet · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.6 points this month to 53/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
65 planning applications submitted in SS7 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 1 change of use, 4 demolition.
- Part change of use from Use Class E to Use Class C3 to form 1 self-contained ground-floor dwelling with associated parking and amenityJun 2026 · Registered
- Outline application to replace existing dwelling with 2no. new dwellings (all matters reserved except scale and layout)Mar 2026 · Registered
- Outline application for up to 175 dwellings (to include 50% Affordable Housing) and new vehicular and pedestrian/cycle access points, green infrastructure, multi-functional open space, surface water attenuation, landscaping, associated infrastructure and demolition of existing buildings (all matters reserved except access)Mar 2026 · Registered
Benfleet (SS7) common questions
Is Benfleet up and coming?
Benfleet (SS7) has a trajectory score of 53/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 33% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 2.0 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Benfleet safe?
Benfleet has a safety score of 77/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Benfleet?
The average property price in Benfleet (SS7) is £331k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Benfleet?
The median monthly rent in Benfleet (SS7) is £1,260 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Benfleet?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Hastings (TN34), Basildon (SS13), Wickford (SS12), Westcliff-On-Sea (SS0), Basildon (SS16). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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