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Knellwood

Ward in Rushmoor, Hampshire, England

Coordinates:51.289, -0.745
OS grid ref:SU 87 55

Knellwood is a mainly residential ward in the borough of Rushmoor, in north-east Hampshire. It sits on the suburban fringe between Aldershot and Farnborough, characterised by a mix of post‑war family housing and pockets of council accommodation, with local shops, schools and small green spaces serving a predominantly commuting population.

The area’s character is shaped by its proximity to military and engineering employment centres such as Aldershot Garrison and the aerospace cluster around Farnborough, and it has seen steady modest regeneration rather than dramatic change. Socially it feels like a typical Hampshire suburb with active community groups, reasonable transport links to nearby towns and a largely residential rhythm rather than a distinct commercial or historic centre.

Postcode districts covering Knellwood

Nearby towns and villages

Neighbouring places

Transport links

  • Airport London Heathrow Airport 17.7 miles28.5 km
  • Airport London Gatwick Airport 26.2 miles42.1 km
  • Railway station Farnborough 0.7 miles1.2 km
  • Railway station Farnborough North Railway Station 0.9 miles1.5 km

Local points of interest

  • Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum Museum 0.6 miles0.9 km
  • Aldershot Military Museum Museum 1.3 miles2.1 km
  • Recreation Ground Stadium 2.8 miles4.5 km
  • The Farnum Museum Museum 5.8 miles9.4 km
  • Waverley Abbey Archaeological site 6.2 miles10 km
  • Britty Wood Forest 6.3 miles10.1 km
  • Dogmersfield House Estate 7.2 miles11.6 km
  • university of surrey University 7.4 miles12 km
  • Kingfield Stadium Stadium 8.1 miles13.1 km
  • Sunningdale Park Estate 9.1 miles14.6 km
  • Ascot Racecourse Recreation 9.1 miles14.7 km
  • Sunninghill Park Estate 9.7 miles15.7 km

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