Spelthorne

Spelthorne is a local government district with borough status in Surrey, England. It lies on the western edge of the London region along the southern bank of the River Thames and includes the towns of Staines-upon-Thames, Ashford, Sunbury-on-Thames, and Shepperton.

Spelthorne was formed on 1 April 1974 under the Local Government Act 1972, by the merger of Staines and Sunbury-upon-Thames Urban Districts and part of Chertsey Rural District. It is governed by Spelthorne Borough Council, based in Staines-upon-Thames. The borough is part of Surrey and is represented in Parliament by the Spelthorne constituency.

The borough comprises a mix of suburban housing, riverine landscapes, and light industrial estates. It is connected to central London by rail and road and is part of the London commuter belt. The population is in the tens of thousands, reflecting a diverse, residential community with local services and amenities.

Economically, Spelthorne balances housing with retail and light industry, and benefits from proximity to major transport corridors, including the M25 and access to Heathrow Airport via road and rail links. Rail services connect Staines, Sunbury, Ashford, and Shepperton with London and other Surrey towns.

Notable features include the River Thames crossings at Staines and the borough’s riverside character, parks, and leisure facilities. Spelthorne is primarily a residential municipality with a history tied to the Thames and the growth of suburban London.