Clifftown Conservation Area

Clifftown is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 16.7 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1968, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. Within the conservation area there are 12 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 16.7 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II* Southend-on-Sea War MemorialSS1 1DL
• Grade II 1-15, Nelson StreetSS1 1EF
• Grade II 1-6, Clifton TerraceSS1 1DT
• Grade II 3-15, Royal TerraceSS1 1DY
• Grade II Cliff Town Congregational Church and Memorial HallSS1 1AL
• Grade II Numbers 1 to 11, 11a and 12 (Argyle Hotel)SS1 1DP
• Grade II Royal HotelSS1 1EA
• Grade II Shelter Opposite Devereux Road, Clifftown Parade, Southend on Sea, EssexSS1 1DT
• Grade II Shelter Opposite No. 25 Clifftown Parade, Clifftown Parade, Southend on Sea, EssexSS1 1DN
• Grade II Shelter Opposite Wilson Road, Clifftown Parade, Southend on Sea, EssexSS0 7QD
• Grade II Statue of Queen VictoriaSS1 1DP
• Grade II Telephone KioskSS1 1DT

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Milton0.5 km
• Shorefields0.6 km
• Warrior Square0.7 km
• The Kursaal1.2 km
• The Leas1.3 km
• Eastern Esplanade1.4 km
• Prittlewell1.5 km
• Crowstone1.9 km

About Clifftown Conservation Area

Is my property in Clifftown Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Clifftown?

Properties in Clifftown Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees