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Rayleigh, Essex

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Rayleigh is a market town and civil parish in the Rochford District of Essex, England. It lies between Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea, 32 miles (51 km) east of central London. At the 2021 census the

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Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Rayleigh is a market town and civil parish in the Rochford District of Essex, England. It lies between Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea, 32 miles (51 km) east of central London. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 32,248 and the built up area had a population of 32,380.

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From the Wikipedia article

Rayleigh is a market town and civil parish in the Rochford District of Essex, England. It lies between Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea, 32 miles (51 km) east of central London. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 32,248 and the built up area had a population of 32,380.

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Coordinates
51.5864, 0.6049
County
Essex
District
Rochford
Parish
Rayleigh
Postcode
SS6 7HY
Parliamentary constituency
Rayleigh and Wickford

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rayleigh, Essex?
Rayleigh, Essex is in South East England, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 51.5864°, 0.6049°.
Is Rayleigh, Essex wheelchair accessible?
Partially — OpenStreetMap notes limited wheelchair access at Rayleigh, Essex. Check ahead for specific facilities.