Catherington, Waterlooville, PO8 0WT

Catherington is a locality situated within Waterlooville, a town in the Borough of Havant in Hampshire, England. Waterlooville lies approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) northeast of Portsmouth and is the largest town in the borough. According to the 2011 Census, the town had a population of 64,350. It is surrounded by Purbrook, Blendworth, Cowplain, Lovedean, Clanfield, Catherington, Crookhorn, Denmead, Hambledon, Horndean and Widley, and forms part of the South Hampshire conurbation. The town developed around the old A3 London to Portsmouth road, indicating its historical connection to major transport routes. The surrounding villages provide a mix of rural and suburban character, while the proximity to Portsmouth offers wider regional connectivity. The postcode district PO 8 places Catherington within the postal area of Waterlooville, reflecting its integration with the town’s infrastructure and services.