# Whiteley: Full Reference > Local news and community guide for Whiteley, Hampshire. A planned modern town between Fareham and Southampton with excellent shopping, business parks and growing residential communities. ## Areas ### Whiteley Village Centre The commercial heart of Whiteley, centred on the Whiteley Shopping Centre and the surrounding retail, restaurant and leisure facilities. The shopping centre, redeveloped and expanded in 2013, houses around 58 shops including M&S, Next, H&M and Boots, alongside a Cineworld nine-screen cinema and a fo... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/whiteley-village-centre ### Solent Business Park One of the largest business parks in south Hampshire, Solent Business Park occupies the eastern side of Whiteley, between the main residential areas and the M27. The park was developed from the mid-1980s as part of the original Whiteley masterplan, providing employment space alongside the new housin... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/solent-business-park ### North Whiteley The major expansion area to the north of the existing town, North Whiteley is one of the largest housing developments currently under construction in Hampshire. Planning permission was granted in 2018 for approximately 3,500 new homes, two new primary schools, a secondary school, community facilitie... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/north-whiteley ### Meadowside The area around Meadowside Leisure Centre and the adjacent parks and play areas forms one of Whiteley's main recreational zones. Meadowside Leisure Centre offers a swimming pool, gym, fitness classes, sports hall and soft play area, and is one of the most used community facilities in the town. The s... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/meadowside ### Gull Coppice Gull Coppice is one of Whiteley's established residential neighbourhoods, located in the central part of the development. The area was built during the earlier phases of Whiteley's construction in the late 1980s and 1990s, and the houses here have matured with established gardens, tree-lined streets... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/gull-coppice ### The Lanes Area The Lanes area encompasses the residential streets in the southern portion of Whiteley, closer to the original Whiteley Lane and the boundary with the older settlements of Swanwick and Locks Heath. This part of Whiteley has some of the earliest houses built in the development, dating from the late 1... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/the-lanes-area ### Curbridge Meadows Curbridge Meadows sits on the northern edge of the original Whiteley development, where the built-up area meets the open farmland and woodland that characterised the area before the town was created. This transitional zone includes newer housing alongside green spaces and footpaths that connect Whit... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/curbridge-meadows ### Horse-Named Streets One of Whiteley's more distinctive residential areas is the group of streets named after horse breeds, located in the western part of the town. Mustang Avenue, Palomino Drive, Pinto Close, Persian Drive and similar names give this neighbourhood a slightly unusual identity. The housing here is a mix ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/horse-named-streets ### Herbs Quarter The Herbs Quarter is the informal name for the cluster of residential streets in central Whiteley named after herbs and spices. Marjoram Way, Saffron Way, Rosemary Gardens, Coriander Way and similar names give this area a distinctive character that reflects the planners' approach to creating identit... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/herbs-quarter ### Woodland Edge The Woodland Edge area runs along the eastern and southern margins of Whiteley's residential development, where the houses back onto retained woodland, copses and green corridors. These green margins are part of the original masterplan, which preserved existing woodland and incorporated it into the ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/areas/woodland-edge ## Guides ### Whiteley Shopping Centre Whiteley Shopping Centre is one of the busiest retail destinations in south Hampshire, drawing shoppers from Fareham, Southampton, Eastleigh, Portsmouth and beyond. The centre opened in May 2013 follo... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/whiteley-shopping-centre ### Supermarkets and Grocery Shopping in Whiteley Grocery shopping in Whiteley is well served by a Tesco superstore and smaller convenience shops within and around the shopping centre. The Tesco, located adjacent to the main retail complex, stocks th... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/supermarkets ### Restaurants and Dining in Whiteley Dining in Whiteley centres on the restaurant quarter within the shopping centre, where a cluster of chain restaurants serves the town and the wider area. Wagamama, Pizza Express, Nando's, Frankie and ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/restaurants ### Cafes and Coffee Shops in Whiteley Whiteley's cafe scene is concentrated within and around the shopping centre, where national coffee chains and smaller independent outlets serve shoppers, workers and residents throughout the day. Cost... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/cafes ### Pubs in and around Whiteley The pub scene in Whiteley is distinctive for what it lacks as much as for what it offers. As a town built entirely from the 1980s onwards, Whiteley has no ancient coaching inn, no Victorian corner pub... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/pubs ### Takeaway Food in Whiteley Takeaway food in Whiteley draws on two sources: the restaurants within the shopping centre and the delivery services that bring food from the wider Fareham and south Hampshire area. The combination pr... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/takeaways ### Coffee Culture in Whiteley Coffee culture in Whiteley is shaped by the presence of the national chains within the shopping centre and the growing appetite for speciality coffee among the town's relatively young, professional po... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/coffee-shops ### M27 Motorway Access from Whiteley The M27 motorway is the defining feature of Whiteley's transport geography. Junction 9 sits at the southern edge of the town, providing direct access to the motorway and fast road connections to South... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/m27-access ### Bus Services in Whiteley Bus services in Whiteley connect the town to Fareham, Locks Heath, Park Gate and the surrounding area, providing an alternative to driving for residents without cars or those who prefer not to use the... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/buses ### Swanwick Railway Station Swanwick railway station is the nearest station to Whiteley, located approximately 1.3 miles south of the town centre on the Fareham to Eastleigh line. The station provides rail connections to Fareham... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/swanwick-station ### Cycling in and around Whiteley Cycling in Whiteley benefits from the network of shared footpaths and cycle routes that were built into the town's original masterplan. These paths connect the residential areas, the shopping centre, ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/cycling ### Parking in Whiteley Parking in Whiteley is one of the town's practical advantages. The shopping centre provides over 1,350 free parking spaces across several car parks, with no time limit for most spaces. This free, gene... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/parking ### Commuting from Whiteley Commuting is central to life in Whiteley. The town's position on the M27 corridor, between Southampton and Portsmouth, makes it a natural base for workers whose jobs are spread across south Hampshire ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/commuting ### GP Services in Whiteley GP services in Whiteley are provided by the Meon Health Practice, which serves the town's growing population from modern premises. The practice offers NHS primary care including GP consultations, nurs... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/gp-services ### Dental Services in Whiteley Dental care for Whiteley residents is provided by practices within the town and in the surrounding area. Access to NHS dentistry, as across much of Hampshire, can be challenging, with waiting lists fo... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/dentists ### Pharmacies in Whiteley Pharmacy services in Whiteley provide prescription dispensing, over-the-counter medicines, health advice and a range of NHS services. The pharmacies serve as an important part of the local healthcare ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/pharmacies ### Mental Health Support in Whiteley Mental health support in Whiteley is provided through NHS services, voluntary organisations and community groups. The GP practice is the first point of contact for most people experiencing mental heal... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/mental-health ### Care Homes near Whiteley Care homes serving the Whiteley area are located in the surrounding towns and villages, providing residential, nursing and specialist dementia care for older people. While Whiteley itself has limited ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/care-homes ### Primary Schools in Whiteley Whiteley has two primary schools serving the community: Whiteley Primary School and Cornerstone Church of England Primary School. Both provide education for children from reception (age 4) to Year 6 (... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/primary-schools ### Secondary Schools serving Whiteley Whiteley does not currently have a secondary school within the town, and children aged 11 to 16 attend schools in Fareham, Locks Heath and the surrounding area. This has been a longstanding issue for ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/secondary-schools ### Pre-Schools and Nurseries in Whiteley Whiteley has pre-schools and nurseries providing childcare and early years education for children from babyhood to school age. The settings serve working families and those seeking structured learning... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/pre-schools ### House Prices in Whiteley House prices in Whiteley are generally above the Fareham borough average, reflecting the quality of the modern housing stock, the excellent motorway access, the shopping and leisure facilities and the... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/house-prices ### North Whiteley Development The North Whiteley development is one of the largest housing schemes currently under construction in Hampshire. Planning permission was granted by Winchester City Council in July 2018 for approximatel... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/north-whiteley ### New Housing Developments in Whiteley New housing development has been a constant feature of Whiteley since the first houses were built in the late 1980s. The town has grown in phases, with each new tranche of housing adding streets, home... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/new-developments ### Renting in Whiteley The rental market in Whiteley serves professionals, young couples, families and relocating workers who prefer to rent rather than buy. The modern housing stock, the M27 access and the proximity to emp... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/renting ### Estate Agents serving Whiteley Estate agents serving the Whiteley market are based in Fareham, Locks Heath, Park Gate and online. The agents handle sales and lettings of residential property across the development, from new-build h... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/estate-agents ### Whiteley Community Centre Whiteley Community Centre provides meeting rooms, activity spaces and a venue for local groups, clubs and events. The centre is one of the few purpose-built community facilities in the town and serves... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/community-centre ### Volunteering in Whiteley Volunteering in Whiteley takes many forms, from formal roles with local organisations to informal neighbourhood support and community events. The town's relatively young community spirit, built from s... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/volunteering ### Churches and Places of Worship in Whiteley Whiteley's religious life reflects its status as a modern planned community. There is no medieval parish church, no Victorian chapel and no historic religious foundation. Instead, the town's churches ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/churches ### Whiteley Town Council Whiteley Town Council was established in 2014, giving the community its own tier of local government for the first time. The council represents the interests of Whiteley residents on local matters inc... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/town-council ### Neighbourhood Watch and Community Safety in Whiteley Community safety in Whiteley is supported by neighbourhood watch schemes, police liaison and the general vigilance of a settled residential community. Crime rates in Whiteley are relatively low compar... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/neighbourhood-watch ### Parks and Playgrounds in Whiteley Parks and playgrounds are a central feature of Whiteley's design, reflecting the family orientation of the development and the planners' emphasis on outdoor recreation. The town has several equipped p... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/parks-playgrounds ### Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve is a Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust reserve located immediately south of Whiteley, providing a readily accessible escape from the built environment into woodl... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/swanwick-lakes ### Woodland Walks in and around Whiteley Woodland walking is one of Whiteley's underappreciated assets. The retained copses and green corridors within the development, the nature reserve at Swanwick Lakes and the surrounding Hampshire countr... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/woodland-walks ### Wildlife in and around Whiteley Whiteley's wildlife is surprisingly diverse for a modern planned development. The retained woodland, the green corridors, the gardens, the nature reserve and the surrounding countryside support a rang... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/wildlife ### Dog Walking in Whiteley Dog walking is one of the most common outdoor activities in Whiteley, and the town's path network, green corridors and proximity to countryside and nature reserves provide good options for daily walks... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/dog-walking ### Meadowside Leisure Centre Meadowside Leisure Centre is Whiteley's main sports and leisure facility, providing a swimming pool, gym, fitness studios, sports hall and soft play area. The centre is run by Everyone Active on behal... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/leisure-centre ### Golf near Whiteley Golf is accessible from Whiteley through courses and clubs in the surrounding Hampshire countryside. Skylark Golf and Country Club, located near Whiteley on the Botley Road, offers an 18-hole course, ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/golf ### Running in Whiteley Running is one of the most popular fitness activities in Whiteley, supported by the town's flat terrain, connected path network and proximity to countryside routes. The green corridors, the paths thro... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/running ### Football in Whiteley Football is played at grassroots level across the Whiteley area, with children's teams, youth teams and adult sides competing in local leagues. The playing fields within and around the development pro... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/football ### Cricket near Whiteley Cricket in the Whiteley area is played through clubs in the surrounding villages and towns, where the sport has deeper roots than in the modern development itself. The Hampshire cricket tradition is s... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/cricket ### Cineworld Cinema in Whiteley Cineworld Whiteley is a nine-screen multiplex cinema within the Whiteley Shopping Centre, providing mainstream film entertainment for the town and the wider south Hampshire area. The cinema shows the ... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/cinema ### Community Events in Whiteley Community events in Whiteley are organised by the town council, community groups and local organisations throughout the year. These events bring residents together, strengthen the sense of community a... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/community-events ### Arts and Culture in Whiteley Arts and culture in Whiteley are modest in scale, reflecting the town's youth, its residential character and the absence of the cultural infrastructure that older towns develop over centuries. There i... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/arts-culture ### Christmas in Whiteley Christmas is one of the busiest and most festive periods in Whiteley, driven by the shopping centre's role as a major retail destination and by the community events that mark the season. The combinati... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/christmas-events ### Library Services for Whiteley Library services for Whiteley residents are provided through the Hampshire Library Service network. While Whiteley does not have a dedicated library building within the town, the mobile library servic... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/library ### Post Office in Whiteley Whiteley has a post office providing mail and parcel services, bill payments, banking transactions and a range of government services. The post office serves the everyday postal needs of the community... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/post-office ### Recycling and Waste Collection in Whiteley Waste collection and recycling services in Whiteley are provided by the relevant borough or city council, depending on which side of the administrative boundary the property falls. Fareham Borough Cou... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/recycling ### Council Services in Whiteley Council services in Whiteley are delivered by a unique combination of authorities, reflecting the town's position straddling the boundary between Fareham Borough Council and Winchester City Council. T... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/council-services ### Emergency Services covering Whiteley Emergency services covering Whiteley are provided by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service, and South Central Ambulance Service. The town does n... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/emergency-services ### The Origins of Whiteley Whiteley's origins lie in the Hampshire Structure Plan of the late 1970s, which identified land north of the M27 at Junction 9 as a location for a major new settlement. Before the planners arrived, th... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/whiteley-origins ### The History of Solent Business Park Solent Business Park was one of the first elements of the Whiteley development to be built, established in the late 1980s and early 1990s on the eastern side of the site, between the new housing areas... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/solent-business-park-history ### Whiteley's Farming Heritage Before the planners and the builders arrived, the land that is now Whiteley was Hampshire farmland. The area was characterised by heavy clay soils, mixed farming, hedgerow boundaries, scattered copses... URL: https://www.whiteley.news/guide/farming-heritage ## History - 1086: Domesday Book records the Whiteley area - c. 1700: Whiteley Farm established - 1765: Turnpike road through the area - 1889: Railway opens at Swanwick - 1914-1918: First World War impact on the area - 1975: M27 motorway constructed through the area - 1977: Hampshire Structure Plan proposes Whiteley development - 1988: First houses completed in Whiteley - 1990: Solent Business Park welcomes first occupiers - 1992: Whiteley Primary School opens - 1999: Whiteley Village outlet centre opens - 2003: Meadowside Leisure Centre opens - May 2013: Whiteley Shopping Centre opens after major redevelopment - 2014: Whiteley Town Council established - July 2018: North Whiteley expansion approved for 3,500 homes - 2025: New secondary school approved for North Whiteley ## Streets - Whiteley Way - Solent Way - Parkway - Bluebell Way - Marjoram Way - Saffron Way - Rosemary Gardens - Rookery Avenue - Nuthatch Road - Oak Coppice Road - Mustang Avenue - Palomino Drive - Pinto Close - Whiteley Lane - Leafy Lane - Gull Coppice - Curbridge Road - Camellia Way - Jasmine Court - Acanthus Court - Maple Rise - Redpoll Way - Stonyfield Road - Quaveys Way - Maryat Way ## Places - Whiteley Shopping Centre (Shops) - Cineworld Whiteley (Sport) - Meadowside Leisure Centre (Sport) - Tesco Whiteley (Supermarket) - Solent Hotel and Spa (Restaurant) - Meon Health Practice (Healthcare) - Whiteley Primary School (School) - Cornerstone Church of England Primary School (School) - Whiteley Community Centre (Community) - Swanwick Lakes Nature Reserve (Nature) - Meadowside Play Park (Park) - Skylark Golf and Country Club (Sport) - Whiteley Post Office (Shops) - Hope Church Whiteley (Church) - Wagamama Whiteley (Restaurant) - Caraway Playground (Park)