Is RG23 7AU a safe place to live?

Yes, RG23 7AU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 17 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in RG23 7AU?

The average property price in RG23 7AU is currently around £415k.

What is the population of RG23 7AU?

The population for the RG23 7AU area is approximately 344 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Basingstoke and Deane, South East

KENNET WAY, RG23 7AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KENNET WAY, RG23 7AU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

344

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 61,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: RG23 7AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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9/10

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4/10

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10/10

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3/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RG23 7AU's low deprivation rank, 95% ownership, and £415k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £415k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG23 7AU is a sought-after residential area on Kennet Way, 0.4km from East Oakley in Oakley (Basingstoke and Deane). Administratively it sits within Oakley & The Candovers ward and the North West Hampshire constituency.

For serious buyers, RG23 7AU is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £415k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for RG23 7AU are sourced from Output Area E00114549 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG23 7AU. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%

Asian / British Asian2.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 415,000

1 sales · Mean £ 415,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

RG23 7AU has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences33

Anti-social behaviour5

Shoplifting5

Criminal damage and arson4

Public order4

school Local Schools

Oakley Infant School

Good179 pupils0.4 km

Oakley Church of England Junior School

Good237 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

V & B Butchers0.4 km
Oakley Pharmacy0.4 km
One Stop0.4 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Jolly Olly's Coffee Shop0.4 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Co Op0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Barley Mow0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Overton6.0 km
Basingstoke6.5 km
Micheldever9.4 km

Bus Stops

The Drive0.2 km
The Drive0.2 km
Sainfoin Lane0.3 km
Sainfoin Lane0.3 km
Oakley Schools0.4 km