Restormel Close is in Basingstoke and in Basingstoke And Deane district. RG23 8JB is located in the Winklebury & Manydown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Restormel Close, Basingstoke, RG23 8JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG23 8JA, RG23 8JU, RG23 8LZ, RG23 8HF, RG23 8JG, RG23 8NA, RG23 8NB, RG23 8LY, RG23 8JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RG23 8JB 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 | 48.3% | 51.4% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.6% | -3.1% | 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 vicinity of RG23 8JB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.3% 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 | 20.6% | 24.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67% | 60.3% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 16.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 4% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 7.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 50% | 43.7% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 38.6% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.9% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.2% | 20% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 14.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 18.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 19.2% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 20.4% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 6% | 1.2% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.4% | 97.6% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 92.9% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 0.7% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 92.9% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 10.8% | 6.0% | 4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Restormel Close was 34.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.3% lower than the Sherborne St John & Rooksdown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Restormel Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Sherborne St John & Rooksdown and the 231st lowest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Restormel Close, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-07-13 | £510,705 |
| 7 Restormel Close, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-06-30 | £441,269 |
| 5 Restormel Close, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2020-08-02 | £467,088 |
| 11 Restormel Close, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2020-03-06 | £464,192 |
| 5 Restormel Close, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2017-05-26 | £448,037 |
RG23 8JB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 RG23 8JB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill Primary School Winklebury Way , RG23 8BN | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Infant School Greenbank , Winklebury Way RG23 8BN | 4out of 4 | 583 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winklebury Infant School Willoughby Way , Winklebury RG23 8AF | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winklebury Junior School Willoughby Way , Off Winklebury Way RG23 8AF | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Primary School Chiltern Way , RG22 5BB | 3out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School St Michael's Road , RG22 6SR | 3out of 4 | 2,009 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldworth School Western Way , RG22 6HA | 2out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Everest Community Academy Oxford Way , RG24 9UP | 2out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vyne Community School Vyne Road , RG21 5PB | 3out of 4 | 3,001 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranbourne Wessex Close , RG21 3NP | 2out of 4 | 3,022 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 | 2,736 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary's College Cliddesden Road , RG21 3HF | - not rated | 3,708 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saxon Wood School Barron Place , Rooksdown RG24 9NH | 3out of 4 | 863 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Academy Ashwood Way , RG23 8AA | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Limington House School St Andrew's Road , RG22 6PS | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Ridge School Maple Crescent , RG21 5SX | 3out of 4 | 2,871 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Coppice Spring Academy Pack Lane , RG22 5TH | 3out of 4 | 2,951 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bright's Bite At The Winkle | The Winkle, Winklebury Way | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Social Club | Elmwood Way, Basingstoke | 859 yd | |
| The Winkle | Winklebury Way, Basingstoke | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winklebury Fish And Chips | 56 Watson Way, Basingstoke | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | Winklebury Way, Basingstoke | 1,061 yd | |
| Aldi | Winklebury Way, Basingstoke | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Hill Community Centre (Closed) Kenilworth Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 334 yd |
| Winklebury Junior School WILLOUGHBY WAY | grass pitches | 887 yd |
| Basingstoke Aquadrome WORTING ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 985 yd |
| Planet Ice Basingstoke WORTING ROAD | ice rinks | 1,000 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.