Minerva Road is in Bramley, Tadley and in Basingstoke And Deane district. RG26 5GH is located in the Bramley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 2017-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Minerva Road, Bramley, Tadley, RG26 5GH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG26 5GG, RG26 5GL, RG26 5GN, RG26 5GP, RG26 5GQ, RG26 5BH, RG26 5JD, RG26 5AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG26 5GH has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 51.9% | 49% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 48.1% | 51% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 18.9% | 35.7% | 16.8% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 50.8% | -12.5% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 6.3% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 3.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.2%) 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 | 56.3% | 62.6% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 14.2% |
| Good health | 32% | 27.6% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 7.4% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around RG26 5GH this area, 5.5% 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 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.9% | 5.5% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 5.5% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 13.7% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 2.7% | -3.7% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 21.4% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.6% | 50% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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 | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 91.2% | -7.3% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 94.1% | 89.5% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 89.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.4% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Minerva Road was 32.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.4% lower than the Bramley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Minerva Road has the 30th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Bramley and the 211th lowest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 96.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Minerva Road, Tadley, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £209,000 | 2025-01-10 | £221,945 |
| 15 Minerva Road, Tadley, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £163,800 | 2024-11-14 | £175,524 |
| 13 Minerva Road, Tadley, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £148,400 | 2024-10-01 | £156,342 |
| 1 Minerva Road, Tadley, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2024-06-21 | £815,015 |
| 6 Minerva Road, Tadley, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £537,500 | 2022-03-25 | £599,563 |
RG26 5GH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
RG26 5GH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 206 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Education | 29 |
| Information and communication | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramley Church of England Primary School Bramley Lane , Bramley RG26 5AH | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silchester Church of England Primary School School Lane , Silchester RG7 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,885 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Four Lanes Infant School Hanmore Road , Chineham RG24 8PQ | 4out of 4 | 4,792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Four Lanes Community Junior School Hanmore Road , Chineham RG24 8PQ | 3out of 4 | 4,891 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mortimer St Mary's C.E. Junior School The Street , Mortimer RG7 3PB | 3out of 4 | 5,130 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherfield School Reading Road , Sherfield-on-Loddon RG27 0HU | - not rated | 4,453 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Loddon School Wildmoor Lane , Sherfield-on-Loddon RG27 0JD | - not rated | 4,541 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanchhi Limited | The Bramley Inn, The Street | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bramley Inn | The Street, Bramley | 389 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clift Meadow STOCKS BARN STOCKS BARN MINCHENS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 294 yd |
| Bramley Village Hall THE STREET | 563 yd | |
| Post Office Field FOOTBALL CHANGING ROOMS AND ADJACENT FIELD FOOTBALL CHANGING ROOMS AND ADJACENT FIELD THE STREET | grass pitches | 580 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 | 360 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.