Basildon

Basildon is a town in Essex, England. While not usually high on any list of places-to-go for people other than Depeche Mode fans (seeing that all members of the band grew up here), Basildon does have a few things to keep you occupied if you end up there.

By train
is on the London, Tilbury and Southend Railway (LTSR) line starting at London Fenchurch St station and terminating at Pig's Bay near Shoeburyness.

Drink
The main drinking area in Basildon is the Festival Leisure Park which is located about two miles from the town centre.

Stay safe
Basildon has a high crime rate compared to the rest of the UK so it is strongly suggested to take caution when visiting. Avoid the various suburbs out of town at all costs, especially the Laindon Link Estate which was known informally as Alcatraz for years due to its poor design.

Areas can be safe if you stick to yourself and take precautions.

Connect
As of Feb 2023, Basildon and its approach roads have 4G from Vodafone, and 5G from EE, O2 and Three.