Compton

Compton is located on England's south coast near the Isle of Wight, facing northwest toward the Solent. The spot features a shallow lagoon system with extensive mudflats, groynes, and marshland, characteristic of this protected coastal area. Water conditions are predominantly flat with an average wave height of 0.90m, making this a marginal kitesurfing location at best. Wind reliability is significantly low at 33.4%, with average wind speeds of 10.5 knots—borderline for kitesurfing. When winds do arrive from a northeast direction, they provide side-shore conditions. The shallow water and numerous obstacles (groynes, lagoon margins, soft terrain) present navigation challenges. This spot suits only experienced kiters willing to accept minimal wind consistency and flat water conditions, primarily for freestyle or light-wind practice. Tidal influences significantly affect water depth and usability. The area's lagoon system and protected waters make it unsuitable for wave kitesurfing, better suited to flat-water disciplines when marginal wind occurs.