Baskerville Lane is in Shiplake, Henley-On-Thames and in South Oxfordshire district. RG9 3JY is located in the Sonning Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Henley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Baskerville Lane, Shiplake, Henley-on-thames, RG9 3JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RG9 3JZ, RG9 3JT, RG9 3JU, RG9 3JN, RG9 3LA, RG9 3JP, RG9 3PJ, RG9 3JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RG9 3JY is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population 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 | 53.8% | 46.4% | -7.4% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 53.6% | 7.4% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 RG9 3JY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 14.5% | 34.7% | 20.2% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.6% | 56.5% | -15.1% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 3.7% | -5.8% | 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 (93.6%) 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 | 56.2% | 63.8% | 7.6% | 48.4% | 15.4% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 29.8% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 5.3% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -7.4% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 RG9 3JY this area, 8.2% 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 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.7% | 8.2% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 3.9% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 23.1% | 6.4% | 13.4% | 9.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.7% | 48.2% | -4.5% | 33.8% | 14.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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 | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.3% | 93.4% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 85.7% 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 | 90.3% | 85.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 85.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 4.5% | -3.4% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Baskerville Lane was 9.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.4% lower than the Sonning Common average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Baskerville Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Sonning Common and the 25th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Court House Baskerville Lane, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2025-04-30 | £1,500,000 |
| Lytchett House Baskerville Lane, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,130,000 | 2024-10-29 | £1,124,488 |
| Hillside House Baskerville Lane, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire Other, an established residential building | £1,890,000 | 2024-02-05 | £1,954,766 |
| Braedene Baskerville Lane, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,225,000 | 2023-02-15 | £1,222,603 |
| 15 Baskerville Lane, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2022-12-06 | £1,273,726 |
RG9 3JY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% 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.
RG9 3JY 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.
The percentage of student residents living in RG9 3JY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 108 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 97 |
| Self-Employed | 66 |
| Looking after home or family | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 17 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiplake Church of England School Memorial Avenue , Shiplake RG9 4DN | 3out of 4 | 1,425 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Piggott CofE Junior School School Hill , Wargrave RG10 8DY | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Piggott CofE Infant School Beverley Gardens , Wargrave RG10 8ED | 3out of 4 | 2,549 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Primary School Vicarage Road , RG9 1HJ | 4out of 4 | 3,130 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Henley-on-Thames Greys Hill , RG9 1SL | 3out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillotts School Gillotts Lane , RG9 1PS | 3out of 4 | 2,994 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waingels Waingels Road , Woodley RG5 4RF | 3out of 4 | 5,314 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Henley College Deanfield Avenue , RG9 1UH | - not rated | 3,540 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Piggott School Twyford Road , Wargrave RG10 8DS | 3out of 4 | 2,692 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiplake College Shiplake Court , Shiplake RG9 4BW | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Preparatory 13 St Andrew's Road , Henley-on-Thames | - not rated | 2,850 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rupert House School 90 Bell Street , HENLEY-ON-THAMES RG9 2BN | - not rated | 3,997 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reading Blue Coat School Holme Park , Sonning Lane RG4 6SU | - not rated | 5,005 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baskerville | Station Road | 639 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 | 73.5% |
| 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 | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 51.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 51.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.84 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.