The RG21 Postcode District

Name: The RG21 Postcode District
Address: BASINGSTOKE, RG21

RG21 is one of 5 Postcode Districts for the Basingstoke Post town in Hampshire

The RG21 postcode district is a postal district located in the RG Reading postcode area with a population of 30,628 residents according to the 2021 England and Wales Census.

Introduction to RG21: Central Basingstoke

The RG21 postcode represents the heart of Basingstoke, enveloped by the Basingstoke ring road and extending south to the Harrow Way and the M3 Motorway. This central area is a bustling hub of activity and community.

Residential Estates in RG21 Basingstoke

RG21 is not just the commercial centre of Basingstoke; it also encompasses residential areas such as South View, Houndmills, Oakridge, Viables, King's Furlong, and Black Dam estates, offering diverse living options within Basingstoke's vibrant community.

Educational Institutions in RG21

Education is a cornerstone of the RG21 area, with prominent institutions like Queen Mary's College and Basingstoke Technical College serving the community's educational needs in Basingstoke.

Basingstoke Town Centre: The Commercial Heart of RG21

At the core of RG21 lies Basingstoke Town Centre, a dynamic area bustling with shops and the renowned Festival Place shopping Centre. It's a retail paradise for both locals and visitors to Basingstoke.

Cultural Venues in RG21 Basingstoke

Basingstoke's RG21 postcode is rich in culture, boasting venues like the Haymarket Theatre and the Anvil, perfect for catching a show. The Willis Museum and art gallery, along with the Fairfields Arts Centre, are cultural beacons in RG21, drawing the creative community of Basingstoke.

The Layout of Basingstoke Town Centre in RG21

Basingstoke Town Centre in RG21 is divided into distinct areas. Starting from the north, you encounter Basingstoke Station, a vital rail terminus. Moving south, the Malls Shopping Centre and the multi-level Festival Place offer extensive shopping experiences. The pedestrianized Wote Street and Church Street lead up to the Top of Town, a vibrant area with bars, restaurants, the Haymarket Theatre, Willis Museum, and the market square of Basingstoke.

The Civic Quarter and Green Spaces in RG21

East of the Top of Town in RG21 is Basingstoke's civic quarter, housing key buildings like the Magistrates court and Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council offices. The War Memorial Park and Eastrop Park, with their beautiful landscapes, offer tranquil escapes within Basingstoke.

Recreational Activities in RG21

RG21 Basingstoke is not just about urban life; it also offers natural retreats like the Black Dam ponds, an ideal spot for nature walks, and the Crabtree plantation nearby. Eastrop Park in Basingstoke provides family-friendly activities with its boating lake, paddling pool, and outdoor stage.

The area of the RG21 postcode district is 3.14 square miles which is 8.12 square kilometres or 2,006.66 acres.

Currently, the RG21 district has about 765 postcode units spread across 6 geographic postcode sectors.

Given that each sector allows for 400 unique postcode combinations, the district has a capacity of 2,400 postcodes. With 765 postcodes already in use, this leaves 1635 units available.

The RG21 postal code covers the settlement of BASINGSTOKE.

The RG21 Postcode shares a border with RG24 (BASINGSTOKE, Chineham, Old Basing) and RG25 (Overton, North Waltham, Upton Grey).

The primary settlement in the RG21 postcode district is Basingstoke, located in the county of Hampshire. Other significant settlements in this district include Basingstoke (Post Town) and Hampshire (County).

For the district RG21, we have data on 6 postcode sectors. Here's a breakdown: The sector RG21 3, covers Basingstoke in Hampshire. The sector RG21 4, covers Basingstoke in Hampshire. The sector RG21 5, covers Basingstoke in Hampshire. The sector RG21 6, covers Basingstoke in Hampshire. The sector RG21 7, covers Basingstoke in Hampshire. The sector RG21 8, covers Basingstoke in Hampshire.

A word cloud for the RG21 postcode — A word cloud showing place names for the RG21 postcode district

Map Showing Location of the RG21 postcode Sector — Where is the RG21 Postcode Sector?

When it comes to local government, postal geography often disregards political borders. However, for a breakdown in the RG21 District: the district mostly encompasses the Basingstoke and Deane District (B) area with a total of 771 postcodes.