Carshalton was known for its springs; these may have given the place its name Cars – Aul – ton. Aul means well or spring. A ton is a farm which was in some way enclosed. The meaning of the Cars element is uncertain but early spellings (Kersaulton and Cresaulton) may indicate connection with a cross or perhaps cress, watercress having been grown locally.
carshalton was known for its springs; these may have given the place its name cars – aul – ton aul means well or spring a ton is a farm which was in some way enclosed the meaning of the cars element is uncertain but early spellings (kersaulton and cresaulton) may indicate connection with a cross or perhaps cress watercress having been grown locally