Eastleigh - GIS Map Data Download

Eastleigh Boundary Map

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District Information

Name: Eastleigh

Code: e07000086

Coordinates: 50.948765, -1.329476

BNG Easting: 447199

BNG Northing: 116807

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About Eastleigh

Eastleigh is a local government district and borough in Hampshire, positioned between Southampton and Winchester, encompassing the towns of Eastleigh, Hedge End, Bishopstoke, and Chandler's Ford, along with the historic village of Botley and parts of the Itchen Valley. This predominantly urban district features strong railway heritage (Eastleigh was once a major railway engineering centre), attractive Itchen Valley countryside, and convenient transport links. The climate is typical of southern England with mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and warmer, drier conditions than UK average, with the Itchen Valley creating sheltered local conditions. Culturally, Eastleigh maintains strong identity with its railway heritage (the town grew rapidly with the London and South Western Railway's locomotive works, celebrated at the Eastleigh Museum and through the preserved railway architecture), its modern shopping and leisure facilities including The Swan Centre and the Point theatre, and its role as a major employment centre. The area preserves important heritage including the remains of the railway works, Botley's historic high street with its connections to William Cobbett (author of Rural Rides), and the medieval churches of the Itchen Valley villages. The River Itchen (one of England's finest chalk streams) provides spectacular fishing and walking along the Itchen Way while the Itchen Valley Country Park offers extensive green space. Hedge End has grown as a major residential and retail area with its shopping park while Chandler's Ford retains its suburban character. Eastleigh's excellent transport links (including M3, M27, and mainline railway to London) support its role as a commuter and employment hub while its position between Southampton and Winchester provides access to both cities' amenities. Boundary GIS data for Eastleigh Borough Council is available for download in GeoJSON and KML formats, supporting railway heritage preservation, Itchen Valley conservation, and sustainable development in this central Hampshire borough.