Appleton

Appleton ward occupies the northern section of Castle Point borough in Essex. The area is primarily residential, with housing developments ranging from inter-war semis to more recent estates. It contains a significant portion of the borough's open green space, including the playing fields at Appleton School and areas bordering the rural fringes. The local road network connects it to neighbouring South Benfleet and the wider district.

A notable local landmark is the Church of St. Mary the Virgin at South Benfleet, which sits just within the ward's boundary on Church Road. The ward's landscape is characterised by gentle topography, with some properties offering views across the Thames Estuary. Daily life centres around local schools, community halls, and the shopping facilities available along the main arterial routes leading into the town centres.