Oakley Hampshire Map

About Oakley

The rolling chalk downs of Hampshire provide a picturesque backdrop to Oakley, a village with a tranquil, rural character. It lies 6.6 km west-south-west of Basingstoke (from Basingstoke: bearing 252°T, OS grid SU 574 503), and is situated south-south-west of Wootton St Lawrence village. Oakley's landscape is predominantly agricultural, with fields of arable crops and grazing land shaping its visual identity. The village itself retains a sense of historic continuity, evident in its older properties and the parish church. While not a major centre, Oakley offers a peaceful residential environment for those seeking proximity to the larger amenities of Basingstoke. The local economy historically revolved around farming, a tradition that continues to influence the surrounding countryside.

About This Oakley Map Page

Explore Oakley, Hampshire, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.249024, -1.178543. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.