Basic background knowledge of an area that you interested in moving to can be the key to that decisive moment. Clacton and the surrounding villages have attracted tourism for some time now, which in some cases has resulted in an expensive holiday and a permanent stay. You can get the best of both worlds by having the bustle of living in a popular seaside resort, or go for the more tranquil side of living in a rural village on the outskirts of Clacton-on-Sea. The following guides and photographs are brief descriptions of some of the villages and Clacton itself to help you decide where you want to live.