Wallington

Semi-rural settlement north of the town centre straddling the River Wallington, with older cottages near the river and modern estates on the fringes.

Wallington is a small settlement north of Fareham town centre, straddling the River Wallington. It has a distinct identity from the town itself, though modern development has blurred the boundaries. The area is centred on the Wallington crossroads where the old road from Fareham to Wickham crosses the river. Historically, Wallington was a separate hamlet with its own mills and farms. The Wallington River is a modest watercourse that flows south through the town to Fareham Creek, and the village grew up around the crossing point. Today, the housing is a mix of older cottages and farmhouses near the river, with more recent development filling in the surrounding fields. The North Wallington area, closer to Fareham, has seen extensive residential building since the 1970s. The Delme Arms pub, a traditional roadside inn, has served the community for generations. Wallington is quieter than the main town and retains a semi-rural feel, particularly along the river corridor. Fort Wallington, one of the Palmerston Forts built in the 1860s to defend Portsmouth, stands to the south of the village and is now in private use. The area has limited services; there is no significant retail provision, and residents depend on Fareham town centre or the supermarkets at Broadcut. Primary-age children attend local schools, with secondary provision at Fareham Academy or Henry Cort Community College. Road access is good, with the A27 and M27 both close by. The appeal of Wallington lies in its position just outside the main town, offering slightly larger plots and a more rural outlook without being far from the shops and station. It suits those who want the convenience of Fareham without living in the thick of it.