Park Lane is in Old Basing, Basingstoke and in Basingstoke And Deane district. RG24 7HQ is located in the Basing & Upton Grey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Basingstoke. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Lane, Old Basing, Basingstoke, RG24 7HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG24 7HH, RG24 7HG, RG24 7HJ, RG24 7HF, RG24 7AD, RG24 7JE, RG24 7HU, RG24 7HE, RG24 7HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG24 7HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 50.4% | 49.9% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50.1% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 RG24 7HQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 21.7% | 22.9% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 59.6% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0.6% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 9.4% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 7.5% | 1.4% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.3% | 56.9% | -0.4% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 34.8% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 6.8% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around RG24 7HQ this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 9.4% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 6.3% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 15.3% | 4.3% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 13.1% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.3% | 46.9% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 13.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
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 | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 93.6% | 87.2% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 5.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 86.8% 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 | 92.3% | 86.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 6.2% | 4.4% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 86.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.3% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 1.3% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 76.7% | 16.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Lane was 63.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.4% higher than the Basing & Upton Grey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Lane has the 15th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Basing & Upton Grey and the 189th highest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Park Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2024-03-08 | £711,490 |
| 30 Park Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2019-04-26 | £867,176 |
| 28 Park Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2018-08-31 | £616,390 |
| 29 Park Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £499,950 | 2010-03-31 | £931,765 |
| 30 Park Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2006-12-06 | £674,520 |
RG24 7HQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 147 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Information and communication | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Basing Infant School Milkingpen Lane , Old Basing RG24 7DL | 4out of 4 | 573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School Belle Vue Road , Old Basing RG24 7DE | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rucstall Primary School Holbein Close , Black Dam RG21 3EX | 3out of 4 | 2,053 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Binfields Primary School Binfields Farm Lane , Chineham RG24 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,232 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South View Infant and Nursery School Off Shooters Way , RG21 5LL | 3out of 4 | 2,778 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Costello School Crossborough Hill , London Road RG21 4AL | 2out of 4 | 2,341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vyne Community School Vyne Road , RG21 5PB | 3out of 4 | 3,230 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranbourne Wessex Close , RG21 3NP | 2out of 4 | 4,080 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Everest Community Academy Oxford Way , RG24 9UP | 2out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldworth School Western Way , RG22 6HA | 2out of 4 | 5,249 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,162 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Basingstoke College of Technology Worting Road , RG21 8TN | - not rated | 3,577 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inclusion Hampshire Office 5, the Clock Tower , Chineham Shopping Centre RG24 8BQ | - not rated | 2,432 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Austen Academy Shakespeare Road , RG24 9BP | - not rated | 2,585 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove House School Sutton Road , RG21 5SU | 4out of 4 | 3,111 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Ridge School Maple Crescent , RG21 5SX | 3out of 4 | 3,392 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Loddon School Wildmoor Lane , Sherfield-on-Loddon RG27 0JD | - not rated | 4,723 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Street Bakeshop | 17 The Street, Old Basing | 747 yd | |
| Basing House | Basing House Visitor Centre, Basing Grange | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | Old Basing Royal British Legion Club, Crown Lane | 572 yd | |
| The Crown | The Crown Inn, The Street | 747 yd | |
| The Hatch | London Road, Old Basing | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olivers Restaurant And Takeaway | 39 London Road, Old Basing | 224 yd | |
| Basing Chinese Take Away | 46 Belle Vue Road, Old Basing | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | The Co Op, Linden Avenue | 454 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 | 58.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.34 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.34 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.