Summary - 12A BRITANNIA ROAD WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA SS0 8BS
3 bed 1 bath Flat
Light-filled three-bedroom flat with garden and easy coastal access.
Bay-fronted lounge with high ceilings and large windows
Fitted kitchen with direct access to a generous rear garden
Two double bedrooms with original feature fireplaces
Third bedroom opens onto a private front balcony
Double glazing throughout; mains gas heating and fast broadband
Leasehold — c.120 years remaining; service charge £603 pa; ground rent £185 pa
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated — may need thermal upgrades
Area has higher crime rates and is classified as very deprived
Set on Britannia Road in Westcliff-on-Sea, this three-bedroom first-floor flat offers a spacious, light-filled layout that suits families or buy-to-let buyers seeking nearby transport and coastal amenities. The bay-fronted lounge features high ceilings and large windows that create an airy reception room. Two double bedrooms retain period feature fireplaces; a third bedroom opens onto a private front balcony. The fitted kitchen leads directly to a generous rear garden — a rare outdoor space for a flat of this size.
Practical comforts include double glazing throughout, mains gas heating and fast broadband and mobile signal. The flat sits in a solid brick terrace (likely original solid walls) constructed c.1900–1929, which gives character but also means insulation upgrades may be needed to improve thermal performance. The property is leasehold (around 120 years remaining) with a modest service charge and small ground rent; council tax is described as affordable.
Location is a clear strength: close to Westcliff seafront, local shops, bus routes and Westcliff train station, plus a number of primary and secondary schools within easy reach. That accessibility makes the home practical for families and attractive to lettings investors wanting reasonably sized accommodation with outdoor space.
Buyers should note material local factors: the wider area is classified as very deprived with higher crime levels reported. The building appears well presented but may benefit from energy-efficiency improvements (wall insulation) and standard ongoing maintenance. Overall, the flat offers generous accommodation and outdoor space for its price band, with clear potential for improvement to increase comfort and value.
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