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About

South Ham is a residential ward located in the eastern 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 is served by local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, including the popular Eastrop Park. The ward has good transport links, with easy access to the A30 and Basingstoke town centre.

The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with facilities like the South Ham Community Centre hosting events and activities. South Ham also has several green spaces, providing recreational opportunities for residents. The ward is home to a diverse population, with a range of age groups and backgrounds. While it is largely residential, it remains well-connected to the wider town, making it a practical place to live for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average South Ham has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 106 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 of residents in South Ham is £46,576 per year. There are 5 schools in South Ham: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

106

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

South Ham Population

10,661

Population density

4,069.4 per km²

Demographics

British

8,486

79.59%

Other White

677

6.35%

Other Asian

384

3.6%

Indian

208

1.95%

African

145

1.36%

Total population: 10,662

Housing

Other social rented

1,610

35.07%

Owns outright

1,290

28.1%

Owns with a mortgage

1,098

23.92%

Private landlord or letting agency

408

8.89%

Social rents from council

2.07%

Total households: 4,591

Property prices in South Ham

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in South Ham area, with individual transactions ranging from £98,000 up to £555,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 South Ham over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	22	£447,500	£315,875	£378,500	£458,750	£519,250
Flats	7	£160,000	£113,600	£154,000	£180,000	£203,500
Semi-Detached	30	£352,600	£307,800	£330,000	£390,000	£431,000
Terraced	41	£297,000	£230,000	£280,000	£310,000	£337,000

10 years median price trend in South Ham

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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