There is already a lot of traffic through Hockley and with the extra housing planned for the Rochford area and the development of the airport, there will probably be a lot more. Unfortunately most of it is through traffic and does not stop, so the businesses do not benefit.
Additional parking would help, along with better signing indicating the car parks and of course, free parking would make a big difference.
If the industrial area in Eldon Way is to be replanned, perhaps some of it could be used to extend the Somerfield car park for the benefit of all. The residents have asked for a youth centre and leisure facilities so the bowling alley should be preserved and the potential MASSIVE youth centre.
More restaurants would also be popular.