The District of Rochford includes Rochford, Hockley, Ashingdon, Canewdon, Hullbridge, Great Wakering, Barling Magna and the surrounding villages.
Residents are served by community healthcare facilities, the Essex Coroner's Service, Essex Registration Service and several nearby crematoria, including Southend and Basildon.
Union Lane
Rochford
Essex SS4 1RB
Telephone:01702 538000
Rochford Hospital provides community healthcare, rehabilitation services and specialist clinics. Acute emergency care is generally provided by Southend University Hospital.
There is no public mortuary at Rochford Hospital Following a death, arrangements will be made by the hospital, the Essex Coroner or your appointed Funeral Director.
Seax House
Victoria Road South
Chelmsford
CM1 1QH
Telephone:0333 013 5000
The Coroner investigates sudden, unexplained or unexpected deaths and authorises the release of the deceased where appropriate.
Essex Registration Service operates appointments for Rochford residents.
Telephone:0345 603 7632
Appointments are required to register a death. Essex County Council will advise the most appropriate registration office for your appointment.
Although Rochford has no crematorium within the district, families commonly choose:
Sutton Road
Southend-on-Sea
SS2 5PX
Telephone:01702 215015
Facilities include:
4 Church Road
Bowers Gifford
SS13 2HG
Telephone:01268 584411
A popular choice for families living in the western part of the district.
Cemetery Traditional burial cemetery serving Rochford and surrounding communities.
CemeteryCouncil-managed cemetery.
Canewdon Road
Ashingdon
A natural burial ground offering environmentally friendly funeral and memorial options.
20 North Street
Rochford
SS4 1AB
Telephone:01702 662734
Part of the Dignity group, serving the local community since 1898.
52 Ashingdon Road
Rochford
SS4 1RD
Telephone:01702 419333
Independent family funeral directors.
5.0•Funeral home•Open••29A Spa Road
Hockley
SS5 4AZTelephone:01702 885740Serving Hockley, Rochford and the surrounding villages.
Park Lodge
18 Highcliff Crescent
Rochford
SS4 3HN
Telephone:07854 084771
Independent funeral directors serving Rochford and South Essex.
| Service | Telephone |
|---|---|
| Rochford Hospital | 01702 538000 |
| Essex Coroner | 0333 013 5000 |
| Essex Registration Service | 0345 603 7632 |
| Sutton Road Crematorium | 01702 215015 |
| J W Tate & Son Funeral Directors | 01702 662734 |
Families living in Rochford often choose Sutton Road Crematorium because of its proximity and wide range of memorial options.
If you're unsure which crematorium is best for your loved one, your Funeral Director can explain the facilities, availability and travel times to help you make an informed choice.