SOUTHEND is the most expensive place to insure your car in the east of England.

According to Confused.com, car insurance in Southend has risen by an average of £28, which equates to four per cent, during the past 12 months.

Drivers in Southend pay a whopping £789 on average to insure their car, which is £127 over the east of England average and £6 over the national average.

According to Confused.com’s report, 43 per cent of drivers who received their renewal from July to September were being charged £53 more, on average.

Amanda Stretton, motoring editor at Confused.com, said: “For drivers, buying car insurance is a must.

“It’s really disheartening to know that prices in the east of England are more expensive than this time last year.

“Given recent investigations into car insurance pricing, the situation could only get worse if new measures mean insurers ramp up the price for new customers.”

“Always shop around, even if your renewal price is cheaper or the same.

“It’s likely there will be another insurer who wants your business.”