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South Ham

England / South East / Basingstoke and Deane / South Ham

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 107 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
107
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
37.7%
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
95
2.07%
Total households: 4,591

Property prices in South Ham

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £321,000 in South Ham area, with individual transactions ranging from £98,000 up to £505,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£445,000
Flats7£160,000
Semi-Detached29£350,200
Terraced37£295,000

10 years price trend in South Ham

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Data Sources

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