Wallingford
A community guide to Wallingford in England, the United Kingdom.
- Population
- 11,600 residents
- Region
- England
- Country
- the United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 51.5998, -1.1248
History
The history of Wallingford is bound up with the broader story of England. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across the United Kingdom, Wallingford has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Economy and services
The economy of Wallingford reflects a mixed regional economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in England. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of England and the United Kingdom. Businesses based in Wallingford draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Overview
Wallingford is a populated place in England, the United Kingdom. The community supports 11,600 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of England. Its position within the broader regional network gives Wallingford a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Wallingford sits at approximate coordinates 51.5998 latitude and -1.1248 longitude within England. The terrain and natural features around Wallingford reflect those typical of its part of the United Kingdom, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider England road network providing the principal routes in and out.