West Molesey sits on the southern bank of the River Thames in the Borough of Elmbridge, Surrey, England, immediately west of Hampton Court Palace. The town combines riverside green spaces such as Hurst Park and Molesey Lock with suburban streets and a small high street, making it popular for riverside walks, boating and short trips into London via the local branch rail line from West Molesey station.
Historically a riverside village that expanded in Victorian and Edwardian times, West Molesey has a mixed local economy of independent shops, pubs and commuter households, with nearby attractions like Kempton Park Racecourse and good road links to the capital. The social vibe is a blend of long‑standing local community life and incoming commuters, characterised by leisure boating, waterside events and easy access to the cultural draw of Hampton Court.