Is RG23 7AR a safe place to live?

Yes, RG23 7AR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in RG23 7AR?

The average property price in RG23 7AR is currently around £486k.

What is the population of RG23 7AR?

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

Postcode Analysis Basingstoke and Deane, South East

STOUR ROAD, RG23 7AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STOUR ROAD, RG23 7AR.

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 7AR 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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RG23 7AR combines high owner-occupation (95%), strong property values (£486k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £486k 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 7AR is a sought-after residential area on Stour Road, 0.3km 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 7AR is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £486k. 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 7AR 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 7AR. 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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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 439,950

5 sales · Mean £ 444,980

Detached

£ 362,500

4 sales · Mean £ 379,500

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

RG23 7AR has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20

Shoplifting5

Public order4

Anti-social behaviour3

Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

Oakley Infant School

Good179 pupils0.2 km

Oakley Church of England Junior School

Good237 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

V & B Butchers0.2 km
Oakley Pharmacy0.2 km
One Stop0.2 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Jolly Olly's Coffee Shop0.2 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Co Op0.2 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Barley Mow0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Overton5.9 km
Basingstoke6.6 km
Micheldever9.4 km

Bus Stops

Oakley Schools0.2 km
Oakley Schools0.2 km
The Drive0.2 km
The Drive0.2 km
Croft Road0.3 km