Pitsea Map
Pitsea map, view the Essex town of Pitsea, located in the county of Essex, England.
Detailed Street Map of Pitsea Essex & Guide to the Town
Pitsea Map Essex: Interactive map of Pitsea, displaying the town situated in the county of Essex, England, United Kingdom.
Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Pitsea and a Pitsea town centre map, showing Pitsea Railway Station.
Other facilities in Pitsea, some of which may also be visible on the map are Tesco Extra Pitsea, Pitsea Market, The Railway Hotel, Chalvedon Social Club, Wat Tyler Country Park Visitor Centre, Northlands Park Café, Boots Pitsea, The Old Moat House, Lidl Pitsea, Holy Cross Church, Premier Inn Basildon East Mayne, Basildon Hospital, Pitsea Library, Costa Coffee Pitsea, McDonald's Pitsea, Pitsea Leisure Centre, Greggs Pitsea, The Five Bells, Poundland Pitsea, Home Bargains, Asda Pharmacy, The Range, St Gabriel's Church, Pitsea Dental Centre, Superdrug Pitsea, Subway Pitsea, Iceland Foods, Domino's Pizza, The Gun Pub, Barclays Bank Pitsea, Post Office Pitsea, Pitsea Medical Centre, JD Sports Pitsea, Basildon Sporting Village, B&M Stores, Toby Carvery, Nisa Local, Co-op Food Chalvedon, Pizza Hut Delivery, Vets4Pets Pitsea, Pitsea Recycling Centre, Chinese Wok Express, The Fish House, Card Factory, Argos Basildon Pitsea, Go Outdoors Basildon, Harvester Festival Leisure Park, Cineworld Basildon, Baytree Shopping Centre, Basildon Mobility Centre.
By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Vange, Bowers Gifford, North Benfleet, Basildon, Laindon, Langdon Hills, Nevendon, Wickford, Shotgate, Rawreth, Runwell, South Hanningfield, Rettendon, Hockley, Hullbridge, Rayleigh, Thundersley, Hadleigh, Canvey Island, Benfleet, South Benfleet, Stanford-le-Hope, Corringham, Fobbing, Horndon-on-the-Hill, Orsett, Bulphan, West Horndon, Great Burstead, Little Burstead, Crays Hill, Ramsden Bellhouse, Ramsden Heath, Downham, Galmington, East Hanningfield, Bicknacre, Woodham Ferrers, South Woodham Ferrers, North Fambridge, Cold Norton, Mayland, Althorne, Burnham-on-Crouch, Purleigh, Latchingdon, Mundon, Tillingham, Bradwell-on-Sea, Steeple, St Lawrence.
Pitsea is a busy, down-to-earth town in south Essex, right on the edge of Basildon. It's got that no-nonsense vibe you'd expect from a place that's seen a lot of change, with big-name stores rubbing shoulders with family-run businesses and a market that's always full of character. It's not flashy, but it's practical, well-connected, and home to a growing mix of people, thanks to its easy links and affordable housing. It's part of the larger Basildon district and blends urban living with quick access to nature and coast.
The history of Pitsea goes way back, with roots in medieval farming, though it stayed fairly rural until the 20th century. The real growth came after the Second World War when Basildon was designated a New Town, and Pitsea started to expand rapidly. Today, it forms one of Basildon's main areas, with a population of around 30,000. It's seen all sorts over the years—railway development, town centre regeneration, and the usual shifts that come with suburban growth—but there's still a thread of local identity running through it, even with the modern changes.
There's a decent amount to see and do around Pitsea if you know where to look. Northlands Park is a lovely spot for a walk, with lakes and open green space. Wat Tyler Country Park's just around the corner and perfect for families, with wildlife trails, events, and a touch of history thrown in. The town centre has everything you'd expect—shops, food places, a market, and leisure bits. Head a bit further out and you'll find some real gems like Hadleigh Castle, managed by English Heritage, perched high above the estuary. Plus, if you fancy a bit of culture, you're not far from RHS Garden Hyde Hall or the historic village of Ingatestone with its Hall—both great for a day trip.
Essex is full of surprises when you start exploring. Southend's got the longest pleasure pier in the world and a proper British seaside feel. Saffron Walden brings a more historic, almost chocolate-box charm. There's wildlife at Abberton Reservoir, old mills tucked away in quiet corners, and market towns like Braintree and Maldon that blend local character with shopping, food and days out. Whether it's coast, countryside, or castle-hopping, you don't have to go far to find something worth your time.
Pitsea's well connected, with the A13 running straight past and linking easily to the M25. Pitsea railway station sits on the c2c line, giving you a straight shot into London Fenchurch Street in under an hour. Southend Airport's about 25 minutes away by car, which is handy for short-haul flights and quick getaways. Trains also go out towards Southend and Shoeburyness, so you've got options whether you're commuting or escaping for the weekend. Buses link up the town with Basildon, Benfleet, and nearby villages, so getting about's not too much of a faff.
Essex as a county is far more than its reputation lets on. It's got proper variety—gritty industrial towns, rolling countryside, ancient sites, and that long, jagged coastline. You can spend one day wandering through Constable Country and the next eating cockles on the seafront. It's a place of contrasts, but that's what makes it work. Whether you're after lively towns, quiet villages, nature reserves, or busy markets, Essex has a bit of everything going on—just beneath the surface.
Some More Nearby Places: Vange, Bowers Gifford, North Benfleet, Basildon, Laindon, Langdon Hills, Nevendon, Wickford, Shotgate, Rawreth, Runwell, South Hanningfield, Rettendon, Hockley, Hullbridge, Rayleigh, Thundersley, Hadleigh, Canvey Island, Benfleet, South Benfleet, Stanford-le-Hope, Corringham, Fobbing, Horndon-on-the-Hill, Orsett, Bulphan, West Horndon, Great Burstead, Little Burstead, Crays Hill, Ramsden Bellhouse, Ramsden Heath, Downham, Galmington, East Hanningfield, Bicknacre, Woodham Ferrers, South Woodham Ferrers, North Fambridge, Cold Norton, Mayland, Althorne, Burnham-on-Crouch, Purleigh, Latchingdon, Mundon, Tillingham, Bradwell-on-Sea, Steeple, St Lawrence.
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