From Caiger's Green to Burridge
The village was originally known as Caiger's Green before it took the name Burridge, after nearby Burridge Farm, as the settlement grew. It's a small place without the landmark buildings of somewhere like Botley or Bishop's Waltham, but its position along the A3051 corridor keeps it well connected to its larger neighbours.
Tied into the same fruit-growing story as its neighbours
Like several villages along this stretch of the Hamble Valley, Burridge's traditional industry was strawberry growing, with produce once sent out by rail from nearby Swanwick station. Swanwick itself has spread north over the years to the point where it now runs into Burridge along the Botley Road.
Fareham Borough Council, a fair distance from Winchester
Burridge falls under Fareham Borough Council for planning, despite sitting a reasonable distance south of Winchester itself. Its postcode, like several villages in this part of the valley, uses Southampton as the postal town even though the council covering it is based in Fareham.
Frequently asked questions
Is Burridge covered even though it's quite a small village?+
Yes — let us know you're in Burridge and we'll pass your enquiry to a local installer covering that stretch between Botley and Park Gate.
Which council handles planning for Burridge?+
Fareham Borough Council, the same authority covering Swanwick, Sarisbury and Park Gate nearby.
Nearby areas
Services
Useful local links
- Southampton City Council – Planning & Building Control — Local planning authority for properties within Southampton itself.
- Fareham Borough Council – Planning Services — Local planning authority covering Stubbington, Sarisbury Green, Swanwick, Sarisbury, Burridge, Park Gate and Lower Swanwick.
- Winchester City Council – Planning — Local planning authority covering Bishop's Waltham.
- GOV.UK – Planning Permission: When You Need It — Government guidance on when planning permission is required for building work in England and Wales.
- Health and Safety Executive – Working at Height — Official guidance on working safely at height, relevant to any roof access.