Discover Basildon, Essex

Basildon is a major town in Basildon district, Essex, England. It is located some 40 km (25 mi) to the east of Central London and 18 km (11 mi) to the south of the Essex county town of Chelmsford. Basildon has a population of 170,000 people (2012 estimate).

St Martin's Church, Basildon: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Church_Garden_-_geograph.org.uk_-_751899.jpg
Author: Terry Joyce


Basildon was listed in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Belesduna. This is the earliest mention of the town which is believed to have been established during the Anglo-Saxon period. Little is known about Basildon until the 19th century, when the construction of railway lines helped to propel its growth, albeit as a dormitory for people working in London.

Much of the development in Basildon, particularly in the post-World War II decades, centered on housing the people from overcrowded London. As a result, the residents of Basildon often have a closer affinity with London than they do with their fellow Essexmen.

Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon, Essex: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Eastgate_New_Look.jpg
Author: Eastgate Basildon


Basildon has its share of shopping centers and other modern amenities, but is somewhat lacking in sights of historical and cultural value.

Visiting Basildon

The two main roads from London to Basildon are the A13 and the A127 roads.

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