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Basildon

30 minutes by train away from the City of London, Basildon is one of the UK’s most enterprising and growing towns that is also a recognised economic powerhouse and a significant driver of growth in Essex and the South East of England. At its 76th anniversary Basildon is working towards a new vision for regeneration, innovation and growth. (Please use the Basildon sign blue image)

Basildon

Braintree

Located between Stansted Airport and Freeport East, our district combines excellent connectivity, competitive property prices and a skilled workforce with an exceptional quality of life.

Braintree

Brentwood

Located in the heart of Essex, Brentwood is an attractive location for business, combining a high quality environment with close proximity to London and a well qualified workforce.

Brentwood

Castle Point

Castle Point is located between Southend Airport and Thames Freeport and offers excellent road, rail, sea and air connectivity.  The borough covers Canvey Island and the mainland towns of South Benfleet, Hadleigh, Tarpots and Thundersley. It is located 30 miles to the east of London and 15 miles from junction 29 on the M25.  With some of the most competitively priced business space and residential property prices in Essex, an adaptable workforce, and great scenic open spaces, country park and seafront, Castle Point offers an ideal location for businesses

Castle Point

Chelmsford

As the county city of Essex and one of the UK’s fastest-growing economic hubs, Chelmsford offers an exceptional environment for investment and development. With a strong and diverse economy, excellent transport links to London and beyond, and a dynamic mix of innovative businesses, Chelmsford is a prime location for growth. The city boasts a highly skilled workforce, a vibrant retail and leisure sector, and ambitious development projects that are shaping its future.

Chelmsford

Colchester

With ambitious development plans and a powerful workforce, Colchester is an exciting and inspiring place to be.

Colchester

Epping Forest

Epping Forest District is already an amazing place to live, work, study and do business. With an incredible location, great transport infrastructure, and digital connectivity, it provides businesses with an exciting place to grow and expand. Epping Forest District represents the top location for businesses being right next to London and at the heart of the UK Innovation Corridor.

Epping Forrest

Harlow

Harlow is home to businesses and organisations from start-ups to global giants, who are attracted because of the culture, scientific excellence, and location, three unique selling points which create synergies that nurture successful organisations, and all within an area that boasts very competitively priced commercial and domestic property.

Harlow

Maldon

Maldon presents a unique blend of historical charm and modern business opportunities. Renowned for its iconic Maldon Salt and rich maritime heritage, the district also fosters a diverse economy encompassing sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and technology.

Maldon

Rochford

Rochford is within the Thames Gateway, to the east of London and to the north of Southend-on-Sea urban area. The District offers a very well-connected business base. It has a distinctly historic, rural setting and experience.

Rochford

Southend

Southend is a bustling coastal destination less than one hour from London. An ambitious place with aspirations as a new city by the sea. Southend’s ready for growth and an excellent location for you to grow your business.

Southend-on-Sea

Tendring

If you are looking for a faster route into European markets – relocating or expanding in the Tendring area may provide the answer. Whether you are expanding your existing export business, breaking into new markets or just want to be nearer your European trading partners, Tendring can offer a range of benefits which add up to a convincing package.

Tendring

Thurrock

With its riverside location and transport links, Thurrock has a fast growing economy supported by major developments.

Thurrock

Uttlesford

Uttlesford is perfectly positioned between the global cities of London and Cambridge, it is a unique district, largely rural in nature with thriving market towns and an international airport.

Uttlesford