Ford Lane is in Upton Grey, Basingstoke and in Hart district. RG25 2RP is located in the Odiham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ford Lane, Upton Grey, Basingstoke, RG25 2RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RG25 2RP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 53.2% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 47.8% | 46.8% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 RG25 2RP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 19% | 22.4% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.7% | 61.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.4% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 5% | 3.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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%) 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 | 53.7% | 57.2% | 3.5% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 33.8% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 6.5% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -6.2% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 RG25 2RP this area, 3.7% 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 55.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.4% | 3.7% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 9.5% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 15.3% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 11.2% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.8% | 55.4% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 21.6% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 93.5% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 92.6% | 93.5% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 93.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0.7% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ford Lane was 22.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% lower than the Odiham average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Ford Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Odiham and the 100th lowest crime rate of 297 local areas in Hart .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Farm House Ford Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2004-05-14 | £1,567,699 |
RG25 2RP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
RG25 2RP 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 RG25 2RP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buryfields Infant School Buryfields , Odiham RG29 1NE | 3out of 4 | 2,991 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayhill Junior School The Bury , Odiham RG29 1NB | 3out of 4 | 3,006 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Sutton Church of England Primary School Hyde Road , Long Sutton RG29 1ST | 3out of 4 | 3,373 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hook Infant School Church View , RG27 9NR | 4out of 4 | 5,229 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hook Junior School Ravenscroft , RG27 9NN | 4out of 4 | 5,229 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert May's School West Street , Odiham RG29 1NA | 3out of 4 | 2,212 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Wandsworth College Long Sutton , RG29 1TB | - not rated | 4,780 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.