Radford Gardens is in Basingstoke and in Basingstoke And Deane district. RG21 3NS is located in the Eastrop & Grove electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Radford Gardens, Basingstoke, RG21 3NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG21 3NZ, RG21 3JZ, RG21 3NY, RG21 3NU, RG21 3NX, RG21 3NB, RG21 3PD, RG21 3LA, RG21 3NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG21 3NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51.4% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.7% | 48.6% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around RG21 3NS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.9% | 49.7% | 15.8% | 37.9% | 11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 33.8% | -13.3% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 1.9% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 41.3% | 48.5% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 44.9% | 32% | -12.9% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 12% | 16.3% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 15.9% | 12.7% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 8.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 14.3% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 21.7% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 34.7% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 89.9% | 87.2% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 5.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 83.7% 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% | 83.7% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 3% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 83.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 8.2% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 4.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.8% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Radford Gardens was 263.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 309.0% higher than the Brighton Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Radford Gardens has the 3rd highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Brighton Hill and the 21st highest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 133.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Radford Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-03-17 | £489,284 |
| 1 Radford Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2019-07-12 | £506,414 |
| 10 Radford Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2016-08-24 | £542,177 |
| 14 Radford Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2012-08-10 | £430,104 |
| 13 Radford Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2010-08-03 | £452,727 |
RG21 3NS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 148 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalk Ridge Primary School Sullivan Road , Brighton Hill RG22 4ER | 3out of 4 | 700 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Furlong Junior School Upper Chestnut Drive , RG21 8YJ | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Kingsmill Road , RG21 3JU | 3out of 4 | 740 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Furlong Infant School and Nursery Upper Chestnut Drive , RG21 8YJ | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Pinkerton Road , South Ham RG22 6RE | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbourne Wessex Close , RG21 3NP | 2out of 4 | 462 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldworth School Western Way , RG22 6HA | 2out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Hill Community School Brighton Way , RG22 4HS | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School St Michael's Road , RG22 6SR | 3out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Costello School Crossborough Hill , London Road RG21 4AL | 2out of 4 | 2,109 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Mary's College Cliddesden Road , RG21 3HF | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Basingstoke College of Technology Worting Road , RG21 8TN | - not rated | 1,493 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limington House School St Andrew's Road , RG22 6PS | 3out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coppice Spring Academy Pack Lane , RG22 5TH | 3out of 4 | 1,501 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Academy Ashwood Way , RG23 8AA | 3out of 4 | 2,904 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Ridge School Maple Crescent , RG21 5SX | 3out of 4 | 2,906 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove House School Sutton Road , RG21 5SU | 4out of 4 | 3,004 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parlour Tea Room | Units 14B - 14C, Viables Craft Centre | 462 yd | |
| Towers Restaurant | Viables Craft Centre, The Harrow Way | 462 yd | |
| Nandos | Unit 8, St Michaels Retail Park | 588 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 11, St Michaels Retail Park | 625 yd | |
| Salvation Army Church | Salvation Army Hall, Wessex Close | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | Jays Close, Basingstoke | 735 yd | |
| Basingstoke Labour Club | Sandys Road, Basingstoke | 981 yd | |
| The Beacon | Kings Road, Basingstoke | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing House Takeaway | 3 Anstey Close, Basingstoke | 566 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 10B, St Michaels Retail Park | 611 yd | |
| Kings Furlong Takeaway | 1 Kings Furlong Centre, Basingstoke | 862 yd | |
| Woo's Takeaway | Woos Takeaway, 53 Kings Road | 1,031 yd | |
| Herbies Pizza Basingstoke | 43A Kings Road, Basingstoke | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit 1, St Michaels Retail Park | 530 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 4, Brighton Hill Retail Park | 688 yd | |
| Co Op | 37 - 39 Kings Road, Basingstoke | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cranbourne School WESSEX CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 527 yd |
| St John'S Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School KINGSMILL ROAD | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| The Camrose MANSFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 780 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.