Rochford is a town and civil parish located in Essex, England. Geographically, it is situated approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) north of Southend-on-Sea, 21 miles (34 km) from Chelmsford, and 43 miles (69 km) from London.
The town serves as the namesake for the wider Rochford District, which encompasses a large surrounding area. According to the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 9,889, while the broader Rochford built-up area recorded a population of 12,615.