Compton

Settlement in Staffordshire

England

Compton

Community Orchard The view in the Smestow Nature Reserve, Tettenhall.
Community Orchard Credit: Gordon Griffiths

Compton is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the county town of Stafford, Compton is nestled amidst the lush greenery of the Staffordshire countryside. The village is part of the civil parish of Seighford and falls within the administrative district of Stafford.

Compton boasts a charming and picturesque setting, with its traditional stone-built houses and well-maintained gardens. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, offering a serene escape from the bustling city life. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and nature walks.

The community of Compton is relatively small, with a close-knit population that values its strong sense of community. The village is home to a local church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century and stands as a testament to its rich history. Additionally, Compton has a village hall that serves as a gathering place for various social events and meetings.

While Compton is primarily a residential area, it benefits from its proximity to the nearby town of Stafford, which offers a range of amenities including shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities. The village is well-connected by road, with the A518 passing through, providing convenient access to the wider region.

Overall, Compton offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter and more relaxed environment while still having access to nearby amenities.

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Compton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.584247/-2.171176 or Grid Reference SO8898. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Community Orchard The view in the Smestow Nature Reserve, Tettenhall.
Community Orchard
The view in the Smestow Nature Reserve, Tettenhall.
Henwood Road View The view down the Tettenhall road in Wolverhampton.
Henwood Road View
The view down the Tettenhall road in Wolverhampton.
Towpath View The view towards Tettenhall along the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
Towpath View
The view towards Tettenhall along the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal.
Muddy Path The view in Castlecroft near the Smestow School and the South Staffordshire Railway Walk in Wolverhampton.
Muddy Path
The view in Castlecroft near the Smestow School and the South Staffordshire Railway Walk in Wolverhampton.
Tettenhall Rock milestone - detail Set into the retaining wall on the 'uphill' side of the cutting on Tettenhall Rock, few people probably even see this one - I've passed it almost every day for 20-odd years, and only spotted it a fortnight ago.
The lettering is cut into the stone, somewhat faded and indistinct now, and states Salop 25, Wolverhampton 2 and London 123.
Tettenhall Rock milestone - detail
Set into the retaining wall on the 'uphill' side of the cutting on Tettenhall Rock, few people probably even see this one - I've passed it almost every day for 20-odd years, and only spotted it a fortnight ago. The lettering is cut into the stone, somewhat faded and indistinct now, and states Salop 25, Wolverhampton 2 and London 123.
Redhouse Road The view from Woodthorne Road South, Wolverhampton.
Redhouse Road
The view from Woodthorne Road South, Wolverhampton.
Tettenhall High Street Looking towards Upper Green; the high street currently offers a foodstore, newsagents and several independent shops, including a butchery.
Tettenhall High Street
Looking towards Upper Green; the high street currently offers a foodstore, newsagents and several independent shops, including a butchery.
Tettenhall Post Office On Upper Green.
Tettenhall Post Office
On Upper Green.
Tettenhall, drinking fountain On Upper Green; according to a plaque, installed in 1890, and re-located and restored as a millennium project in 2000.
Tettenhall, drinking fountain
On Upper Green; according to a plaque, installed in 1890, and re-located and restored as a millennium project in 2000.
Tettenhall Library Off Upper Street, maintained by Wolverhampton City Council: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/leisure_culture/libraries/branch/tettenhall.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/leisure_culture/libraries/branch/tettenhall.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tettenhall Library
Off Upper Street, maintained by Wolverhampton City Council: LinkExternal link
The Rock (A41) north of Henwood Road traffic lights
The Rock (A41) north of Henwood Road traffic lights
The Rock (A41) at Stockwell Road crossroads
The Rock (A41) at Stockwell Road crossroads
A41 at Woods Road
A41 at Woods Road
Stockwell End/Tettenhall Park
Stockwell End/Tettenhall Park
Tettenhall, The Rock Cutting through a sandstone ridge on A41. The cutting was built by the Wolverhampton Turnpike Trust in 1823.
Tettenhall, The Rock
Cutting through a sandstone ridge on A41. The cutting was built by the Wolverhampton Turnpike Trust in 1823.
Tettenhall, Lower Green One of two greens in the village.
Tettenhall, Lower Green
One of two greens in the village.
Tettenhall, primary school St Michael's C.E.(A) Primary School, on Lower Street. There is a stone plaque beneath the gable, with "National School"; modern buildings are behind, out of sight. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.stmichaelsce.org.uk/about.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.stmichaelsce.org.uk/about.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tettenhall, primary school
St Michael's C.E.(A) Primary School, on Lower Street. There is a stone plaque beneath the gable, with "National School"; modern buildings are behind, out of sight. LinkExternal link
Tettenhall, health centre Lower Green Health Centre, on Aldersley Road: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.tettenhallmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/contact-us-3/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.tettenhallmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/contact-us-3/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tettenhall, health centre
Lower Green Health Centre, on Aldersley Road: LinkExternal link
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Compton is located at Grid Ref: SO8898 (Lat: 52.584247, Lng: -2.171176)

Unitary Authority: Wolverhampton

Police Authority: West Midlands

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Compton Rd West / Adult Education Centre
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Compton Rd West / Adult Education Centre
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Compton Rd West / Alpine Way
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Compton Rd West / Alpine Way
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Compton Square / Compton Square
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Compton Square / Compton Square
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Restaurant
Ghale's Coffee Lounge
Addr City: Wolverhampton
Addr Housenumber: 19-21
Addr Postcode: WV3 8AY
Addr Street: Finchfield Road West
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Pub
The Swan
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Spar Compton Post Office
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Give Way
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:15; Sa 12:30
Ref: WV3 31
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Crossing: uncontrolled
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Restaurant
Pizza Hut
Addr City: Wolverhampton
Addr Housename: Swan Shops
Addr Housenumber: 34
Addr Postcode: WV6 8AE
Addr Street: Bridgnorth Road
Brand: Pizza Hut
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Brand Wikipedia: en:Pizza Hut
Cuisine: pizza
Fhrs Id: 1206692
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Royston Blythe
Shop: hairdresser
Website: https://www.roystonblythe.co.uk/
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Spar
Brand: Spar
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Shop: supermarket
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Give Way
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Bus Stop
Finchfield Hill / The Parklands
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Finchfield Hill / The Parklands
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Post Office
Compton Post Office
Addr City: Wolverhampton
Addr Housenumber: 32
Addr Place: Compton
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Addr Village: Compton
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Fixme: verify by survey
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Ref Pol Id: 4320
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Turning Circle
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Zooma
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Sainsbury's Local
Addr Housenumber: 24
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