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About

Norden ward sits in the northwest of Basingstoke, primarily consisting of the residential area of South Ham. The housing is a mix of post-war and later developments, with a significant portion of the area defined by its proximity to the A30 and A340 corridors. The ward is bordered by open countryside to the west, providing a distinct edge to the urban landscape. Its community facilities are centred around local schools, shops, and recreational spaces serving the immediate neighbourhood.

The area includes the large Brighton Hill retail park, a key local hub for commerce and services. A notable local landmark is the Brighton Hill Roundabout, a major traffic junction that shapes movement through this part of town. Public green spaces like the South Ham and Brighton Hill playing fields offer recreational areas. The ward's demographic and housing profile reflects its development as a key residential district within the wider borough.

Area overview

On average Norden has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Norden is £62,809 per year. There are 7 schools in Norden: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Norden is home to around 10,728 people, with a population density of about 2,669.6 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
96
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
37.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Norden Population
10,728
Population density
2,669.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
57.42(+81%)
Anti-social behaviour
13.42(+9%)
Public order
9.32(+54%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.58(+33%)
Other theft
5.22(-7%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,413
69.09%
Other White
927
8.64%
Other Asian
593
5.53%
Indian
478
4.45%
African
277
2.58%
Total population: 10,730

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,621
30.43%
No qualifications
1,552
18.02%
Level 3 (A level)
1,365
15.85%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,259
14.62%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,123
13.04%
Total 16+ residents: 8,613

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
1,401
32.27%
Owns with a mortgage
1,214
27.97%
Owns outright
780
17.97%
Private landlord or letting agency
606
13.96%
Shared ownership
164
3.78%
Total households: 4,341

Property prices in Norden

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £299,000 in Norden area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Norden in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Norden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£345,000
Flats28£195,000
Semi-Detached29£407,500
Terraced36£296,000

10 years median price trend in Norden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Norden.

All postcodes in Norden

RG215RH

Len Smart Court

RG215RR

Oakridge Road

RG215LJ

Lefroy Avenue

RG215GX

Gower Close

RG248PB

Rutherford Road

RG215SJ

Oakridge Road

RG215QL

Normanton Road

RG216XH

Joule Road

RG215SE

Oakridge Road

RG216YT

Hamilton Close

RG215SD

Stratfield Road

RG215NJ

Vyne Road

RG215SU

Sutton Road

RG216XD

James Road

RG215PF

Queen Mary Avenue

RG215QS

Jefferson Road

RG216WP

Norden

RG216AH

Hamilton Close

RG215SG

Oakridge Road

RG248PY

Bell Road

RG215PG

Queen Mary Avenue

RG215NL

Vyne Road

RG248PX

Bell Road

RG214HA

Coronation Road

RG215AD

Darlington Road

RG215NQ

Phoenix Park Terrace

RG215GU

Arlott Drive

RG214JN

Freemantle Close

RG214JH

Freemantle Close

RG248NF

Stewart Road

RG248QD

Rutherford Road

RG214HF

Norn Hill Close

RG216AZ

James Road

RG215AG

Soper Grove

RG215SQ

Oakridge Road

RG215HH

Doswell Way

RG216BN

Aldermaston Road

RG248NJ

Bilton Road

RG215NR

Cromwell Road

RG215UH

Chapel Hill

RG215LD

Coleman Close

RG215QB

Vivian Road

RG216XX

Brunel Road

RG215LN

Pemerton Road

RG248PG

Rutherford Road

RG215RX

Lansley Road

RG215UQ

Kingsclere Road

RG216YU

Houndmills Road

RG215LW

Pemerton Road

RG215QY

Mullins Close

RG215TG

Sherborne Road

RG215TA

Oakridge Road

RG215PS

Norden Close

RG215RY

Hailstone Road

RG215SP

Scotney Road

RG214ET

Coronation Road

RG215TX

Millard Close

RG215LL

Shooters Way

RG215QT

Jefferson Road

RG215TR

Osborne Close

RG215UB

Merton Road

RG215TW

Hillary Road

RG215LX

Darcy Close

RG216BD

Wilson Crescent

RG215LR

Lefroy Avenue

RG214FS

Gresley Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.