Basingstoke: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Hampshire — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across RG21, RG22, RG24.
Basingstoke DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Basingstoke
The Basingstoke rental market in Hampshire is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,548 pcm and rents up roughly 7.7% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across RG21, RG22, RG24.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Basingstoke.
- StudioHigh
- 1 bedHigh
- 2 bedVery high
- 3 bedHigh
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
24 days
Tenant demand
High
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Basingstoke.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £633 | £7,596 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,206 | £14,472 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,508 | £18,096 |
| 3-bed house | £1,930 | £23,160 |
| 4-bed house | £2,488 | £29,856 |
Featured properties in Basingstoke
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across RG21, RG22, RG24.
Buying in Basingstoke
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£488,000
Price growth (1yr)
+2.7%
Buyer demand
Medium
Supply
Medium
First-time buyer suitability
Challenging — higher entry prices
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Basingstoke face medium competition with prices around £488,000 and growth of about 2.7% over the last year. Challenging — higher entry prices.
Investing in Basingstoke
With an average property price near £488,000 and gross yields around 6.3%, Basingstoke offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 2.7% in the last year, and high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
8.2/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Homes with parking
- 23 bed houses
- 3Family homes near schools
- 4Furnished 1 bed flats
Family living & schools in Basingstoke
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basingstoke Primary School | Primary | Outstanding | 2.2 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Basingstoke | Primary | Outstanding | 2.7 mi |
| Basingstoke Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 2.6 mi |
| Basingstoke Grammar School | Secondary | Good | 2.6 mi |
| Basingstoke Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 2 mi |
| The Basingstoke Academy | Secondary | Outstanding | 2.3 mi |
Family facilities
- Basingstoke Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Basingstoke
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Basingstoke Brasserie
1.5 mi from Basingstoke centre
Spice of Basingstoke
0.7 mi from Basingstoke centre
Bella Cucina
1 mi from Basingstoke centre
The Garden Kitchen
2.3 mi from Basingstoke centre
Basingstoke Tandoori
0.5 mi from Basingstoke centre
Coffee & Co, Basingstoke
0.9 mi from Basingstoke centre
Socialising in Basingstoke
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Basingstoke
1.8 mi from Basingstoke centre
The Railway Tavern
1.6 mi from Basingstoke centre
Vault Bar
0.9 mi from Basingstoke centre
Basingstoke Live Lounge
0.8 mi from Basingstoke centre
The Riverside Inn
0.4 mi from Basingstoke centre
Basingstoke Shopping Centre
2.3 mi from Basingstoke centre
Things to do in Basingstoke
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Basingstoke Sports & Fitness
1.6 mi from Basingstoke centre
Basingstoke Cricket Club
0.3 mi from Basingstoke centre
Parkland Golf Club
1.7 mi from Basingstoke centre
Basingstoke Cinema
2.4 mi from Basingstoke centre
Riverside Walking Route
1.7 mi from Basingstoke centre
Basingstoke Adventure Park
1.9 mi from Basingstoke centre
Commuting from Basingstoke
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 39 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 31 min |
| Reading | Train | 26 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 24 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 11 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 20 min |
Local developments in Basingstoke
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Basingstoke town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near RG21
Approved
Basingstoke retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Basingstoke
Verified contractors covering RG21, RG22, RG24 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Basingstoke
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
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Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
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Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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View property photographersRenting & compliance in Basingstoke
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Basingstoke must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across Hampshire.
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