RG26 5HL is in Monk Sherborne, Tadley and Basingstoke And Deane district. RG26 5HL is located in the Sherborne St John & Rooksdown 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 Monk Sherborne, Tadley, RG26 5HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG26 5LD, RG26 5HH, RG26 5HJ, RG26 5HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG26 5HL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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% | 48.7% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50% | 51.3% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 RG26 5HL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.8% 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 | 14.7% | 22% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 63.8% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 19.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 6% | -5.8% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 4.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 51.5% | 56.2% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 31.9% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 10.4% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 11.1% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 5.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 19.8% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.1% | 47.5% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 13.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0.5% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.4% | 95.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 86.2% 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 | 89.8% | 86.2% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 86.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12.3% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 0% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around RG26 5HL was 16.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.2% lower than the Bramley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
RG26 5HL has the 17th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Bramley and the 97th lowest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down Cottage, Tadley, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,365,000 | 2024-08-21 | £1,451,864 |
| Rook Hill, Tadley, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2023-12-21 | £60,622 |
| Cart Barn, Tadley, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2021-06-28 | £677,015 |
| Cart Barn, Tadley, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2019-02-22 | £659,652 |
| Rook Hill, Tadley, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-02-15 | £111,514 |
RG26 5HL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 5HL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory Primary School Pamber End , RG26 5QD | 4out of 4 | 1,870 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne St John Church of England Primary School Church Lane , Sherborne St John RG24 9HT | 3out of 4 | 2,015 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merton Junior School Romsey Close , Popley Way RG24 9HB | 3out of 4 | 3,734 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merton Infant School Romsey Close , Popley Way RG24 9HB | 3out of 4 | 3,811 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Popley Way , RG24 9DX | 3out of 4 | 3,814 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everest Community Academy Oxford Way , RG24 9UP | 2out of 4 | 3,270 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vyne Community School Vyne Road , RG21 5PB | 3out of 4 | 4,695 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 | 5,443 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,803 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashwood Academy Ashwood Way , RG23 8AA | 3out of 4 | 3,661 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Ridge School Maple Crescent , RG21 5SX | 3out of 4 | 4,530 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove House School Sutton Road , RG21 5SU | 4out of 4 | 4,732 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Austen Academy Shakespeare Road , RG24 9BP | - not rated | 5,085 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mole | Ramsdell Road, Monk Sherborne | 573 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.