| Clacton-on-Sea | |
|---|---|
Clacton-on-Sea from the air in 2004 | |
Location within Essex | |
| Population | 53,200 (Built-up area, 2021) |
| OS grid reference | [TM170150 TM170150] |
| District | |
| Shire county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CLACTON-ON-SEA |
| Postcode district | CO15, CO16 |
| Dialling code | 01255 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| UK Parliament | |
Clacton-on-Sea is a medium-sized seaside town in Tendring, Essex, England. It has about 55,000 inhabitants. Many people in the town are elderly. The A133 road runs into Clacton-on-Sea.
It is a popular seaside destination for people from London, Essex and surrounding areas.
It is served by Clacton-on-sea railway station.