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About

Popley is a residential ward located in the northern part of Basingstoke, within the borough of Basingstoke and Deane. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It features several local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centres, catering to the needs of its residents. The ward is well-connected by roads, with easy access to the M3 motorway and Basingstoke town centre.

Green spaces are scattered throughout Popley, with parks and playing fields providing recreational areas for families. The ward has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities organised by local groups. Public transport links, including bus services, help residents commute to other parts of Basingstoke and beyond. Popley offers a practical living environment with essential facilities within reach.

Area overview

On average Popley has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Popley is £57,200 per year. There are 6 schools in Popley: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

36%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Popley Population

11,468

Population density

5,952.8 per km²

Demographics

British

8,143

70.99%

Other White

1,032

Other Asian

578

5.04%

African

381

3.32%

Indian

334

2.91%

Total population: 11,470

Housing

Other social rented

1,469

33.07%

Owns with a mortgage

1,275

28.7%

Owns outright

780

17.56%

Private landlord or letting agency

641

14.43%

Shared ownership

127

2.86%

Total households: 4,442

Property prices in Popley

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £290,250 in Popley area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £455,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£425,000	£402,500	£412,500	£440,000	£452,000
Flats	24	£178,000	£74,700	£160,000	£200,000	£245,200
Semi-Detached	6	£367,000	£281,250	£360,000	£374,750	£378,750
Terraced	75	£300,000	£209,950	£275,500	£320,500	£343,900

10 years price trend in Popley

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail