Our Data Sources
491, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet has 31 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in October 2017 and a single entry in the EPC database dated March 2017.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 491, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet would be worth £463,433, with a potential rental value of £2,261 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £410,469, with a rental value of £2,003 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
491, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet occupies a 411 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 7 other houses in this postcode, 6 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 2nd largest.
Energy Efficiency
491, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 11 Mar 2017.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
491, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet last changed hands on 6th October 2017, selling for £326,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 23.5% since October 2017.
- Sold Oct 2017£326,000
- Sold Oct 2001£120,000
- Sold May 1998£82,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 104 sales of comparable properties within 810 metres of 491, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet since 2007.
Most recently, 389, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3ST, a freehold house, sold at £430,000 on the 27th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in SS7.
- Sold Aug 2025£430,000 | 4 Bed House389, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3ST389, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3ST
- Sold Mar 2025£430,000 | 4 Bed House420, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3SU420, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3SU
- Sold Mar 2025£442,000 | 4 Bed House418, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3SU418, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3SU
- Sold Jan 2025£425,000 | 4 Bed House442, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3SU442, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3SU
- Sold Sep 2024£475,000 | 4 Bed House425, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3ST425, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7 3ST
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £520,903, ranging from £327,890 to £990,367.
- 493 Rayleigh Road
4 Bed House | 3 m | Est. Value: £410,107
- 489 Rayleigh Road
5 Bed House | 20 m | Est. Value: £836,069
- 497 Rayleigh Road
2 Bed House | 23 m | Est. Value: £327,890
- 483 Rayleigh Road
5 Bed House | 35 m | Est. Value: £735,623
- 17 Starling Close
3 Bed House | 50 m | Est. Value: £347,813
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 491, Rayleigh Road, Benfleet as the 64th largest and the 94th most expensive of the 277 addresses on Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, SS7.
Against the SS7 postcode district average, it is £20k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Thundersley Primary School1.2 km away
- Rayleigh Primary School1.3 km away
- Wyburns Primary School1.7 km away
- The Deanes800 m away
- The King John School2.1 km away
- The FitzWimarc School2.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Rayleigh|1.7 km away
- Benfleet|4.2 km away
- Leigh-on-Sea|4.8 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












