Buckland Avenue is in Basingstoke and in Basingstoke And Deane district. RG22 6JH is located in the South Ham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buckland Avenue, Basingstoke, RG22 6JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG22 6JP, RG22 6JW, RG22 6JD, RG22 6JQ, RG22 6JS, RG22 6JB, RG22 6JR, RG22 6JA, RG22 6JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG22 6JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.4% | -1.0% | 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 vicinity of RG22 6JH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 16% | 20.7% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 52.7% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 13.1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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 | 29% | 33.6% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 43.5% | 42.9% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 9.3% |
| Fair health | 22.5% | 15.8% | -6.7% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 6.9% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.7% | 22.8% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 15.6% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.1% | 11% | 1.9% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 10.1% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 15.6% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 20.3% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 7.4% | 4.6% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 90.1% | 91% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 84.8% 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 | 87.4% | 84.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 5.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 7.8% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 84.5% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 12.8% | 10.5% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buckland Avenue was 383.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 261.1% higher than the South Ham average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Buckland Avenue has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in South Ham and the 13th highest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 166.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Buckland Avenue, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2024-10-03 | £425,614 |
| 20 Buckland Avenue, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-05-24 | £365,549 |
| 50 Buckland Avenue, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2024-01-12 | £399,377 |
| 42 Buckland Avenue, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-01-04 | £363,070 |
| 31 Buckland Avenue, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-04-17 | £341,937 |
RG22 6JH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RG22 6JH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Pinkerton Road , South Ham RG22 6RE | - not rated | 599 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View Primary School Pinkerton Road , RG22 6RT | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalk Ridge Primary School Sullivan Road , Brighton Hill RG22 4ER | 3out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Field Junior School Haydn Road , Brighton Hill RG22 4DH | 3out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Field Infant School Haydn Road , Brighton Hill RG22 4DH | 3out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldworth School Western Way , RG22 6HA | 2out of 4 | 378 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighton Hill Community School Brighton Way , RG22 4HS | 3out of 4 | 578 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School St Michael's Road , RG22 6SR | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranbourne Wessex Close , RG21 3NP | 2out of 4 | 1,480 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Costello School Crossborough Hill , London Road RG21 4AL | 2out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,267 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's College Cliddesden Road , RG21 3HF | - not rated | 2,406 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Coppice Spring Academy Pack Lane , RG22 5TH | 3out of 4 | 346 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Limington House School St Andrew's Road , RG22 6PS | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Academy Ashwood Way , RG23 8AA | 3out of 4 | 2,821 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saxon Wood School Barron Place , Rooksdown RG24 9NH | 3out of 4 | 3,526 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Ridge School Maple Crescent , RG21 5SX | 3out of 4 | 3,527 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Rose Indian Restaurant | Red Rose Tandoori, 7 Buckland Parade | 122 yd | |
| Harvester Stag And Hounds | Stag And Hounds, Winchester Road | 228 yd | |
| Pizza Express | The White House, Winchester Road | 233 yd | |
| Basingstoke Soccer Centre | Brighton Hill Community School, Brighton Way | 472 yd | |
| McDonalds | Brighton Hill Retail Park, Winchester Road | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon | Kings Road, Basingstoke | 873 yd | |
| Basingstoke Labour Club | Sandys Road, Basingstoke | 889 yd | |
| Basingstoke Hockey Club | First Floor, Maidenwell Pavilion | 941 yd | |
| Global Kitchen Catering And Events | Basingstoke Rugby Club, Pack Lane | 951 yd | |
| Basingstoke Rugby Club | Pack Lane, Basingstoke | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns | 3 Buckland Parade, Basingstoke | 122 yd | |
| HOWAH | 4 Buckland Parade, Basingstoke | 122 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 10B, St Michaels Retail Park | 697 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 6 Brighton Hill Centre | 720 yd | |
| Fish N' Chick'n | 2 Brighton Hill Centre, Basingstoke | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Warehouse | Unit 4, Brighton Hill Retail Park | 579 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, St Michaels Retail Park | 747 yd | |
| Co Op | 37 - 39 Kings Road, Basingstoke | 873 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aldworth School WESTERN WAY | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Brighton Hill Community School BRIGHTON WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 467 yd |
| Powerleague (Basingstoke) (Closed) BRIGHTON HILL COMMUNITY COLLEGE BRIGHTON HILL COMMUNITY COLLEGE BRIGHTON WAY | artificial grass pitch | 470 yd |
| The Camrose MANSFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Beechdown Club WINCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 731 yd |
| Girlzone (Basingstoke)(Ladies Only) (Closed) Brighton Hill Parade | health and fitness suite | 744 yd |
| Curves For Women (Basingstoke East) (Closed) BRIGHTON HILL PARADE | health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School ST. MICHAELS ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 826 yd |
| Down Grange Sports Facility 1 DOWN GRANGE FARM COTTAGES 1 DOWN GRANGE FARM COTTAGES PACK LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Russell Howard Park ST. ANDREWS ROAD | grass pitches | 910 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.