Middleton Gardens is in Basingstoke and in Basingstoke And Deane district. RG21 5GZ is located in the Norden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Middleton Gardens, Basingstoke, RG21 5GZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG21 5GU, RG21 5GY, RG21 5PF, RG21 5PG, RG21 5GX, RG21 5AF, RG21 5PL, RG21 5PP, RG21 5PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG21 5GZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.4% | 50% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 41.2% | 39.8% | -1.4% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.5% | 33.2% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 15.2% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43.2% | 46.3% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 38% | 29.3% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 12% | 15% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 6.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 26.3% | 24.1% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 19% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 9.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 19.4% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 8.4% | -2.2% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 24.1% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 90.1% | 85.3% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 3.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
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 | 89.5% | 83.7% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 83.9% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 4% | 12.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | 2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middleton Gardens was 143.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.4% higher than the Norden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Middleton Gardens has the 8th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Norden and the 64th highest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Middleton Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £401,000 | 2023-04-21 | £435,291 |
| 26 Middleton Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-02-17 | £326,172 |
| 29 Middleton Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2017-06-16 | £413,989 |
| 27 Middleton Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2016-09-23 | £161,455 |
| 29 Middleton Gardens, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2014-01-30 | £374,169 |
RG21 5GZ 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South View Junior School Shooters Way , RG21 5LL | 3out of 4 | 305 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South View Infant and Nursery School Off Shooters Way , RG21 5LL | 3out of 4 | 403 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakridge Junior School Oakridge Road , RG21 5RR | 3out of 4 | 749 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakridge Infant School Oakridge Road , RG21 5RR | 4out of 4 | 853 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merton Infant School Romsey Close , Popley Way RG24 9HB | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Vyne Community School Vyne Road , RG21 5PB | 3out of 4 | 264 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Costello School Crossborough Hill , London Road RG21 4AL | 2out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Everest Community Academy Oxford Way , RG24 9UP | 2out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranbourne Wessex Close , RG21 3NP | 2out of 4 | 2,432 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldworth School Western Way , RG22 6HA | 2out of 4 | 3,272 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basingstoke College of Technology Worting Road , RG21 8TN | - not rated | 1,419 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's College Cliddesden Road , RG21 3HF | - not rated | 2,096 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dove House School Sutton Road , RG21 5SU | 4out of 4 | 191 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Ridge School Maple Crescent , RG21 5SX | 3out of 4 | 426 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Austen Academy Shakespeare Road , RG24 9BP | - not rated | 1,044 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Academy Ashwood Way , RG23 8AA | 3out of 4 | 2,162 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Inclusion Hampshire Office 5, the Clock Tower , Chineham Shopping Centre RG24 8BQ | - not rated | 2,382 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Genuine Dining Co | E And P House, Basing View | 609 yd | |
| Pumpkin | Basingstoke Railway Station, Station Approach | 623 yd | |
| Cafe Destino | Basingstoke Railway Station, Station Approach | 623 yd | |
| All Four Seasons Catering | Ground Floor, Matrix House | 702 yd | |
| The Nannies Kitchen | Oakridge Hall For All, Forsythia Walk | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak | 38 Cherry Tree Walk, Basingstoke | 691 yd | |
| The Oak | 38 Cherry Tree Walk, Basingstoke | 691 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | Chapel Hill, Basingstoke | 726 yd | |
| The Angel | Festival Place, Basingstoke | 898 yd | |
| Wote Street Club | Wote Street, Basingstoke | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Daily | John Lewis At Home, Basing View | 610 yd | |
| Oakridge Fish And Chips | 2 Vivian Road, Basingstoke | 635 yd | |
| Fireaway | Unit 1B, Crown Heights | 651 yd | |
| Subway | 3B Old Basing Mall, Basingstoke | 825 yd | |
| Greggs | 1B Chiswick House, Festival Place | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose And John Lewis At Home, Basing View | 610 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 - 2 Station Mall, Basingstoke | 739 yd | |
| Tesco | 1 - 7 Hampstead House, Festival Place | 925 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 9 - 12 Paddington House, Festival Place | 1,014 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dove House School SUTTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 308 yd |
| Vyne Community School Vyne Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 359 yd |
| Maple Ridge School MAPLE CRESCENT | grass pitches, swimming pool | 567 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Basingstoke) CROWN HEIGHTS CROWN HEIGHTS ALENCON LINK | health and fitness suite | 657 yd |
| Oakridge Playing Field (Closed) Coronation Road | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Whiteditch Playing Fields (Closed) Sherborne Road | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Basingstoke Sports Centre PORCHESTER SQUARE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 912 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.