Built-up area in Spelthorne, Surrey, England
| Coordinates: | 51.436, -0.463 |
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| OS grid ref: | TQ 06 71 |
| Population: | 27,382 |
| Dialling code: | 01784 (Staines) |
Ashford in the borough of Spelthorne, Surrey, England is a compact suburban settlement on the south‑west edge of London, set close to the River Thames and major road and rail links. It has a railway station with regular services into London, and its convenient position makes it popular with commuters and people working at nearby Heathrow.
Historically a village with medieval roots, Ashford mixes older housing, green open spaces and modest shopping parades, with pubs and local community facilities. The local economy is largely service- and retail-orientated, backed by light industry nearby, and the town benefits from proximity to neighbours such as Staines-upon-Thames and Sunbury-on-Thames, plus riverside paths and parks that add leisure appeal for families and commuters alike.