Ward in Isle of Wight, England
| Coordinates: | 50.717, -1.311 |
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| OS grid ref: | SZ 48 91 |
| Dialling code: | 01983 (Isle of Wight) |
Parkhurst & Hunnyhill sits on the northern edge of Newport on the Isle of Wight, a compact suburban area that mixes established residential streets with generous green space, notably Parkhurst Forest with its popular walking routes and woodland habitats.
The ward is also known for the large historic prison complex at Parkhurst Prison, part of the island's prison estate, while the local economy is largely residential and service‑oriented with many people commuting into Newport or off‑island. Socially the area is mixed - council and private housing, active community groups and easy access to countryside combine to give it a practical, community‑centred feel.