Farnborough, Hampshire

Farnborough is a town located in the Rushmoor Borough of Hampshire, England. It has a population of around 57,486 as of the 2011 census and is an important centre of aviation, engineering and technology. The town is probably best known for its association with aviation, including the Farnborough Airshow, Farnborough Airport, Royal Aircraft Establishment, and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch.

Not to be confused with Farnborough, Berkshire; Farnborough, London; or Farnborough, Warwickshire.

Farnborough
Town
Clock Tower, Farnborough
Farnborough
Location within Hampshire
Population57,486 
OS grid referenceSU871554
District
  • Rushmoor
Shire county
Region
  • South East
CountryEngland
Sovereign stateUnited Kingdom
Post townFARNBOROUGH
Postcode districtGU14
Dialling code01252, 01276
PoliceHampshire and Isle of Wight
FireHampshire and Isle of Wight
AmbulanceSouth East Coast
UK Parliament
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