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Basingstoke and Deane

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About

Basingstoke and Deane is a local government district in Hampshire, South East England. It covers an area of approximately 633 square kilometres, including the town of Basingstoke and surrounding rural villages. The district lies within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a mix of urban and countryside landscapes. Key features include the River Loddon and the chalk hills of the Hampshire Downs.

The district is known for its strong transport links, with the M3 motorway and mainline railway connecting it to London and the South Coast. Basingstoke serves as the economic hub, with a mix of retail, business, and leisure facilities. The surrounding villages, such as Overton and Whitchurch, retain a more traditional character, with historic buildings and agricultural land. The area also has several conservation areas and parks, including Eastrop Park and the Basingstoke Canal.

Area overview

On average Basingstoke and Deane has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 70 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Basingstoke and Deane is £58,790 per year. There are 87 schools in Basingstoke and Deane: 58 primary (4 Outstanding and 49 Good) and 10 secondary (0 Outstanding and 8 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
70
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
16.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Basingstoke and Deane

Based on 2,173 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Basingstoke and Deane area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £9,600,998.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached640£561,250
Flats320£190,000
Semi-Detached493£390,000
Terraced720£312,000

10 years price trend in Basingstoke and Deane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.