The Crescent is in Farnborough and in Rushmoor district. GU14 7AR is located in the Knellwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aldershot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Farnborough, GU14 7AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU14 7AS, GU14 7BN, GU14 7BL, GU14 7AT, GU14 7BX, GU14 7AU, GU14 7BJ, GU14 7AH, GU14 7AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU14 7AR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 49.9% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 50.1% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GU14 7AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.7% | 25.6% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.9% | 63.5% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 19.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -6.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.3% | 56.3% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 33.4% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 8.5% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around GU14 7AR this area, 6.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 6.7% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 7.4% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 12.1% | -8.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 20.9% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 47.9% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 14.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 5.5% | 2.6% | -2.9% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 89.9% | 88.9% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 87.4% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8% | 5% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.9% | 87.1% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.8% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0.6% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.4% | 76.7% | 17.7% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 61.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% lower than the Cherrywood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Crescent has the 31st highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Cherrywood and the 137th highest crime rate of 304 local areas in Rushmoor .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 The Crescent, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2023-09-01 | £820,712 |
| 43 The Crescent, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2021-03-26 | £778,125 |
| 15 The Crescent, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,080,000 | 2020-08-26 | £1,249,338 |
| 15 The Crescent, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £655,000 | 2016-09-30 | £785,054 |
| 39 The Crescent, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £715,000 | 2016-04-14 | £885,746 |
GU14 7AR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GU14 7AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School Church Avenue , GU14 7AP | 3out of 4 | 233 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Whitefriars , Avenue Road GU14 7BW | 3out of 4 | 240 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Farnborough Junior School Cunnington Road , GU14 6PL | - not rated | 1,075 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Farnborough Infant School Rectory Road , GU14 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy Hamesmoor Road , Mytchett GU16 6JB | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Middle School Alphington Avenue , Frimley GU16 8LL | - not rated | 3,533 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Middle School Chobham Road , Frimley GU16 8PG | - not rated | 3,838 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Farm Community School Ballantyne Road , GU14 8SS | - not rated | 2,136 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wavell School Lynchford Road , GU14 6BH | 3out of 4 | 2,321 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cove School St John's Road , Cove GU14 9RN | - not rated | 2,710 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt Farnborough Neville Duke Road , GU14 9BY | 1out of 4 | 3,410 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernhill School Neville Duke Road , GU14 9BY | - not rated | 3,414 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough College of Technology Boundary Road , GU14 6SB | - not rated | 672 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough Prospect Avenue , GU14 8JX | - not rated | 1,819 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough Prospect Avenue , GU14 8JX | - not rated | 1,819 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderwood School Belle Vue Road , GU12 4RZ | - not rated | 5,142 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough Hill Farnborough Road , GU14 8AT | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Green Croft School Ship Lane , GU14 8BX | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushmoor Independent Preparatory School 40 Reading Road , GU14 6NB | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushmoor Independent Grammar School 40 Reading Road , GU14 6NB | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salesian College 119 Reading Road , GU14 6PA | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Parish Centre | St Peters Parish Centre, 60 Church Avenue | 273 yd | |
| McDonalds | 227 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 500 yd | |
| Prezzo | 25 Kingsmead, Farnborough | 528 yd | |
| Farnborough Town Centre Beefeater | 1 - 3 Kingsmead, Farnborough | 528 yd | |
| The Triangle | 64 Kingsmead, Farnborough | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tilly Shilling | 24 - 30 Victoria Road, Farnborough | 793 yd | |
| The Alexandra | 74 Victoria Road, Farnborough | 872 yd | |
| Kingfisher On The Quay | Coleford Bridge Road, Mytchett | 918 yd | |
| The Swan Farnborough | The Swan Inn, 91 Farnborough Road | 943 yd | |
| The Gloster | O'Gorman Avenue, Farnborough | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takdhum | 1 Salisbury Road, Farnborough | 481 yd | |
| Dan's Fish Bar | 224 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 490 yd | |
| Woody's Take Out / Frangos Peri Peri | 218 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 490 yd | |
| Farnborough Kebab & Burger House | 228 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 490 yd | |
| McChina Wokaway | 230 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 98 Queensmead, Farnborough | 596 yd | |
| Poundland | 9 - 10 The Mead, Farnborough | 696 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 6 Queensmead, Farnborough | 698 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | ASDA, Westmead | 761 yd | |
| Lidl | Street Record, Solartron Road | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym (Farnborough) QUEENSMEAD | health and fitness suite | 678 yd |
| Farnborough Leisure Centre Westmead | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 709 yd |
| Fit4Less (Farnborough) (Closed) 33-34 33-34 Princes Mead | health and fitness suite | 773 yd |
| Rectory Road Playing Fields RECTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND RECTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 805 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V PAVILION KING GEORGE V PAVILION SYCAMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Village Gym (Farnborough) VILLAGE HOTEL VILLAGE HOTEL PINEHURST ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,056 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 213.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.