Basildon

Independent 6, Wickford Independent 4, ungrouped Independent 1. South Essex new town, also including the older town of Billericay. Manufacturing industries and distribution centres. Has an iconic status arising from the marginality of the constituency in the 1980s.

The Secretary of State intends to legislate to postpone the May 2026 election for a year. The council had decided to move to all-out elections in 2028.

Next local elections
2026

Election cycle
Thirds

Local authority type
District

Address
St Martin's Square, Basildon SS14 1DL

Phone
01268 533333

Website
http://www.basildon.gov.uk/

Council Tax (Band D)
£2244.63

Upper tier authority
Essex