Dances Lane is in Whitchurch and in Basingstoke And Deane district. RG28 7EG is located in the Whitchurch, Overton & Laverstoke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dances Lane, Whitchurch, RG28 7EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG28 7EJ, RG28 7EW, RG28 7HA, RG28 7DQ, RG28 7ES, RG28 7EL, RG28 7DZ, RG28 7DJ, RG28 7EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RG28 7EG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 52.1% | 49.4% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.6% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 RG28 7EG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% 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 | 25.7% | 25.5% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 57.7% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 9.9% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 41.3% | 49.4% | 8.1% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 43.4% | 35.4% | -8.0% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 11.1% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 14.3% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 8.8% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 15.1% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15.8% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 37.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 97.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97% | 95% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dances Lane was 43.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.2% higher than the Evingar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dances Lane has the 17th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Evingar and the 287th lowest crime rate of 580 local areas in Basingstoke and Deane .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Dances Lane, Whitchurch, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2018-10-08 | £496,824 |
| 6 Dances Lane, Whitchurch, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2013-07-05 | £461,403 |
| 2 Police House Dances Lane, Whitchurch, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2001-03-22 | £378,432 |
| 8 Police House Dances Lane, Whitchurch, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 1999-09-10 | £502,760 |
| 4 Police House Dances Lane, Whitchurch, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £23,250 | 1999-06-11 | £97,235 |
RG28 7EG 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitchurch Church of England Primary School Daniel Road , RG28 7LS | 3out of 4 | 799 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overton Church of England Primary School Court Drove , Overton RG25 3ES | 4out of 4 | 5,340 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Testbourne Community School Micheldever Road , RG28 7JF | 4out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Craft House & Tea Rooms | 13 Kings Walk, Winchester | 266 yd | |
| R E Thompson And Co (Vacuum) | R E Thompson & Co (Vacuum) Limited, 51 Evingar Road | 344 yd | |
| Blue Ginger | 17 Bell Street, Whitchurch | 625 yd | |
| Whitchurch Silk Mill Cafe | 28 Winchester Street, Whitchurch | 698 yd | |
| Kudos Coffee | 3C Church Street, Whitchurch | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkells At The White Hart Hotel | The White Hart Hotel, London Street | 571 yd | |
| Whitchurch Cricket Club | Church Street, Whitchurch | 652 yd | |
| The Bell Inn | The Bell, Bell Street | 658 yd | |
| The Prince Regent | 104 London Road, Whitchurch | 662 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | Church Street, Whitchurch | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Rickshaw | The Blue Rickshaw, 9 London Street | 490 yd | |
| Hot Spice Tandoori Take Away | Hot Spice Tandoori, 10 London Street | 531 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 3D Church Street, Whitchurch | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | 1 Bell Street, Whitchurch | 625 yd | |
| Tesco | Post Office, 25 Winchester Street | 660 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitchurch Primary School DANIEL ROAD | grass pitches | 714 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.