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Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

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About

Basingstoke Central is the commercial and retail hub of the town, home to Festival Place shopping centre, the Anvil arts venue, and the train station with direct links to London. The area features a mix of offices, chain stores, and eateries, catering to both locals and commuters. Nearby parks like War Memorial Park provide green spaces amid the urban setting.

Black Dam lies to the east of the town centre, with a mix of residential estates and light industrial units. The area is known for its proximity to Black Dam Ponds, a local nature reserve with walking paths and wildlife. Eastrop, further east, is a quieter residential zone with a large park featuring a boating lake, playgrounds, and sports facilities, offering recreational options for families. Both areas provide easy access to the A33 and M3 for transport connections.

Area overview

On average Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 171 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop is £51,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
171
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
15.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop Population
7,887
Population density
3,143.4 per km²

Demographics

British
5,239
66.41%
Other White
817
10.36%
Indian
639
8.1%
Other Asian
245
3.11%
Other
155
1.96%
Total population: 7,889

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,284
33.95%
Owns with a mortgage
896
23.69%
Owns outright
795
21.02%
Other social rented
608
16.08%
Shared ownership
88
2.33%
Total households: 3,782

Property prices in Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

Based on 117 recent sales, the median property price is £284,000 in Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £875,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£557,500
Flats56£174,500
Semi-Detached18£334,500
Terraced35£298,585

10 years price trend in Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

All postcodes in Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

RG213DS

Montague Place

RG214AH

London Road

RG214AN

London Road

RG217LD

Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

RG217BF

Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

RG217NQ

New Road

RG217TW

Alencon Link

RG244ZQ

London Road

RG244ZW

London Road

RG213BL

Camlea Close

RG214DF

Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

RG214DH

Basingstoke Central, Black Dam & Eastrop

RG217DF

Joices Yard

RG217FH

Alencon Link

RG217NE

Red Lion Lane

RG217QN

Church Street
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.