Beta Road is in Farnborough and in Rushmoor district. GU14 8PH is located in the West Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aldershot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beta Road, Farnborough, GU14 8PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU14 8QA, GU14 8QB, GU14 8PY, GU14 8PZ, GU14 8QD, GU14 8PT, GU14 8PQ, GU14 8PR, GU14 8PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU14 8PH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 46.9% | 49.3% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 53.1% | 50.7% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.7% | 34.2% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 44% | -9.8% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.2% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 10.3% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.6% | 45% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 36.4% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 15% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 14.5% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 12.9% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 14% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 5.9% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 14.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 33.3% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 9.3% | 7.7% | -1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 89.4% | 84.2% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 2.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 79.5% 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 | 87.6% | 79.5% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -3.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 7.3% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8% | 10.9% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 79.9% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 11.4% | 9.2% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 2.7% | -3.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beta Road was 52.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.6% lower than the Cove and Southwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beta Road has the 30th lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Cove and Southwood and the 136th lowest crime rate of 304 local areas in Rushmoor .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172 Beta Road, Farnborough, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-10-04 | £171,377 |
| 136 Beta Road, Farnborough, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2024-04-10 | £247,469 |
| 136 Beta Road, Farnborough, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,600 | 2024-02-27 | £78,734 |
| 112 Beta Road, Farnborough, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-12-04 | £340,895 |
| 128 Beta Road, Farnborough, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-11-03 | £271,823 |
GU14 8PH 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Junior School Fernhill Road , Cove GU14 9DX | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Infant School Fernhill Road , Cove GU14 9DX | 4out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Tile Barn Close , Cove GU14 8LS | 2out of 4 | 502 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cove Junior School Fernhill Road , Cove GU14 9SA | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cove Infant School 92 Fernhill Road , Cove GU14 9DP | 4out of 4 | 657 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cove School St John's Road , Cove GU14 9RN | 2out of 4 | 717 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernhill School Neville Duke Road , GU14 9BY | 2out of 4 | 1,729 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings International College Watchetts Drive , GU15 2PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,050 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wavell School Lynchford Road , GU14 6BH | 3out of 4 | 3,690 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tomlinscote School Tomlinscote Way , Frimley GU16 8PY | 4out of 4 | 4,206 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough Prospect Avenue , GU14 8JX | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough College of Technology Boundary Road , GU14 6SB | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Cody School Ballantyne Road , GU14 8SN | 3out of 4 | 504 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Hill Farnborough Road , GU14 8AT | - not rated | 1,526 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Henry Tyndale School Ship Lane , GU14 8BX | 4out of 4 | 2,008 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Lodge School Fernhill Road , Blackwater GU17 9HU | - not rated | 2,148 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Salesian College 119 Reading Road , GU14 6PA | - not rated | 3,312 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thatched Cottage | The Thatched Cottage, 122 Prospect Road | 527 yd | |
| Bridge Road Cafe | 9 Bridge Road, Farnborough | 1,000 yd | |
| Philly's Coffee | 44 Cove Road, Farnborough | 1,008 yd | |
| Agor Flavours Of India | 50 - 52 Cove Road, Farnborough | 1,008 yd | |
| Popadoms | 33 Medway Drive, Farnborough | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cove Football Club | 7 Squirrel Lane, Farnborough | 287 yd | |
| The Snow Goose | 135 Fernhill Road, Farnborough | 618 yd | |
| Cove Ivy Leaf Club | 111 Cove Road, Farnborough | 908 yd | |
| The Tradesmans Arms | Tradesmans Arms, 57 Cove Road | 1,069 yd | |
| Kates Katering | Tradesmans Arms, 57 Cove Road | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vindaloo Indian Takeaway | 36 Giffard Drive, Farnborough | 245 yd | |
| Super Pizza | 44 Giffard Drive, Farnborough | 245 yd | |
| Speedy | 1 Fleet Road, Farnborough | 868 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 34 Cove Road, Farnborough | 1,008 yd | |
| Golden House | 46 - 48 Cove Road, Farnborough | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 80 Cove Road, Farnborough | 1,023 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Farm Playing Fields OAK FARM PLAYING FIELDS OAK FARM PLAYING FIELDS TILE BARN CLOSE | grass pitches | 286 yd |
| Cove Fc SQUIRREL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 299 yd |
| The Samuel Cody Specialist Sports College SCHOOL HOUSE SCHOOL HOUSE BALLANTYNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 358 yd |
| St Bernadette'S Catholic Primary School TILE BARN CLOSE | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Farnborough Lawn Tennis Club TILE BARN CLOSE | tennis courts | 529 yd |
| Cove School ST. JOHNS ROAD | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| Cove Green Recreation Ground COVE PAVILION COVE PAVILION PROSPECT ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 970 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 | 172.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.