Hundreds of residents are set to find out exactly how much they’ve won tomorrow after a south Essex postcode landed a record-breaking £17.3million lottery win.

The win for SS8 7 is the largest single prize ever to be landed in People’s Postcode Lottery history with players in the winning postcode sector set to share the jackpot.

The lucky Canvey residents have been told they have won at least £3,000 each.

The winning homes will find out their exact prize amount at a special event at Castleview School tomorrow.

Map of roads which could win jackpot

People's Postcode Lottery players in one postcode have landed the biggest cash prizes of around £400,000, it was revealed on Wednesday.

Ambassador Judie McCourt will be on the island to present winners with the good news and a cheque of their own

How does the People's Postcode Lottery work?

People’s Postcode Lottery costs £12 a month to play and there are guaranteed winners every day. People play with their chosen postcode and are automatically entered into all draws.

Every Saturday, £1 million will be shared by one postcode as part of the lottery’s Millionaire Street prize.

To find out more on how you can take part, visit postcodelottery.co.uk.