catchment area

Definitions

1. 1

   An area from which water drains into a particular lake, river, etc.

   An area from which water drains into a particular lake, river, etc.; the catchment area of a large river includes its tributaries.

2. 2

   The area served by a local institution, such as a hospital or school, or by extension, a…

   The area served by a local institution, such as a hospital or school, or by extension, a railway station.

   • As well as the new station, the funding will allow the building of the Chelmsford North East bypass, enhancing access to and the catchment area of the station.
   • Wealthy parents buying into preferred catchment areas is nothing new and for years families have been moving to Kent for the grammar schools.

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