RG23 8HS is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (RG23) is called the outward code. The part after the space (8HS) is called the inward code. The letters C, I, K, M, O and V are not allowed in the inward code. In addition to the inward and outward code, the postcode can be broken up into four parts:
- Postal Area. In our case RG which means Reading.
- Postal District. In our case RG23.
- Postal Sector. In our case RG23 8.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case HS.
The regional mail center for the post area RG is the South West Distribution Centre, which is located at Western Approach, Distribution Park, Severn Beach, BRISTOL, BS35 4GG.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the RG23 8HS postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is BASINGSTOKE DO. Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
The properties in the RG23 8HS postcode have the street address of Beckett Close
Did you know? According to the 2021 Census, the RG23 8HS postcode is home to a bustling 46 residents!
It is situated within the post town of BASINGSTOKE within the old postal county of Hampshire.
RG23 8HS is within the town of Basingstoke.
The RG23 8HS postcode area is composed of 100% residential properties, 0% commercial properties, and 0% public properties.
According to our data. Most dwellings in RG23 8HS are houses. Of these houses, most are detached.
Most properties in RG23 8HS are owned by the occupiers with the rest being unknown tenure.
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Map of the RG23 8HS Postcode
| Property Type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Residential | 100% |
| Commercial | 0% |
| Public | 0% |
Telephone Area Code for RG23 8HS
The telephone area code for RG23 8HS is 01256 Basingstoke.
Map Coordinates for RG23 8HS
| Latitude | 51.2642809609 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -1.13696425801 |
Ordnance Survey Maps for RG23 8HS
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| Landranger 1:50,000 185 Winchester & Basingstoke | Check Price on Amazon | Buy Direct from the Ordnance Survey |
How far is the RG23 8HS Postcode from the Centre of London?
The RG23 8HS postcode is 46.78 miles as the crow flies from the centre of London (Original Site of Charing Cross).
The distance by road is 50.26 miles. Taking the following route.
B3400 (1.33 miles), A340 (0.03 miles), A3010 (1.70 miles), A339 (0.02 miles), A339 (0.04 miles), M3 (31.98 miles), A316 (8.67 miles), A4 (3.36 miles).
Weather Forecast for RG23 8HS
Sun 28th Apr
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Heavy rain | 7.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 82.00% | NNW 11 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Heavy rain | 6.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 78.00% | NW 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Light rain | 7.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 54.00% | W 13 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 16.00% | WSW 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Partly cloudy (day) | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 5.00% | SW 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Clear night | 7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 1.00% | SW 7 mph |
Mon 29th Apr
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 6.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 0.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 0.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Sunny day | 7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 0.00% | S 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 12.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 1.00% | SSW 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 2.00% | S 16 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 2.00% | SSW 16 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Sunny day | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 1.00% | S 11 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Clear night | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 1.00% | SSE 9 mph |
Tue 30th Apr
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 8.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 1.00% | SE 9 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 1.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Sunny day | 8.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 2.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 4.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 9.00% | SSE 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Sunny day | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 11.00% | SSE 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 14.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 9.00% | SSE 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 12.00% | SE 7 mph |
Wed 1st May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 12.00% | SE 4 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 |  | Mist | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 20.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 14.00% | NE 2 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Overcast | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 19.00% | E 7 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 16.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 15.00% | ESE 7 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Light rain shower (day) | 16.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 34.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 15.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 37.00% | S 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Light rain | 12.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 47.00% | SSW 4 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like in the RG23 8HS Postcode?
Download Speeds For RG23 8HS
| Average Mbps | 242.200 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 107.000 |
| Maximum Mbps | 1096.000 |
RG23 8HS has an average download speed of 242.2 Megabits per second (Mbps).
27 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
99% of postcodes (1,168,708) have slower broadband speeds.
1% of postcodes (15,906) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds For RG23 8HS
| Average Mbps | 20.500 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 17.500 |
| Maximum Mbps | 49.000 |
RG23 8HS has an average upload speed of 20.5 Megabits per second (Mbps).
1,403 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
94% of postcodes (1,117,716) have slower upload speeds.
6% of postcodes (65,522) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute drive of RG23 8HS Postcode
England Primary Schools
Kings Furlong Junior School
Address: Kings Furlong Junior School, Upper Chestnut Drive, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 8YJ
Distance: 1.54 miles
Contact: 01256325324
King's Furlong Infant School and Nursery
Address: King's Furlong Infant School and Nursery, Upper Chestnut Drive, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 8YJ
Distance: 1.54 miles
Contact: 01256327024
Winklebury Infant School
Address: Winklebury Infant School, Willoughby Way, Winklebury, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 8AF
Distance: 1.03 miles
Contact: 01256323244
Winklebury Junior School
Address: Winklebury Junior School, Willoughby Way, Off Winklebury Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 8AF
Distance: 1.03 miles
Contact: 01256323244
Merton Infant School
Address: Merton Infant School, Romsey Close, Popley Way, Popley, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HB
Distance: 2.20 miles
Contact: 01256324507
Merton Junior School
Address: Merton Junior School, Romsey Close, Popley Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9HB
Distance: 2.20 miles
Contact: 01256326573
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Address: St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Pinkerton Road, South Ham, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6RE
Distance: 1.15 miles
Contact:
Park View Primary School
Address: Park View Primary School, Pinkerton Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6RT
Distance: 0.87 miles
Contact: 01256322616
Castle Hill Infant School
Address: Castle Hill Infant School, Greenbank, Winklebury Way, Castle Hill Infant School, BASINGSTOKE, Hampshire, RG23 8BN
Distance: 0.54 miles
Contact: 01256898300
Castle Hill Primary School
Address: Castle Hill Primary School, Winklebury Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 8BN
Distance: 0.54 miles
Contact: 01256473777
Oakridge Junior School
Address: Oakridge Junior School, Oakridge Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5RR
Distance: 1.95 miles
Contact: 01256473545
Oakridge Infant School
Address: Oakridge Infant School, Oakridge Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5RR
Distance: 1.95 miles
Contact: 01256321579
Chiltern Primary School
Address: Chiltern Primary School, Chiltern Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 5BB
Distance: 0.33 miles
Contact: 01256473791
Kempshott Infant School
Address: Kempshott Infant School, Old Down Close, Homestead Road, Kempshott, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 5LL
Distance: 1.31 miles
Contact: 01256461795
Kempshott Junior School
Address: Kempshott Junior School, Old Down Close, Homesteads Road, Kempshott, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 5LL
Distance: 1.31 miles
Contact: 01256326713
Oakley Church of England Junior School
Address: Oakley Church of England Junior School, Oakley Lane, Oakley, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 7JZ
Distance: 2.12 miles
Contact: 01256780433
Oakley Infant School
Address: Oakley Infant School, Oakley Lane, Oakley, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 7JZ
Distance: 2.12 miles
Contact: 01256780445
England Higher Schools
Queen Mary's College
Address: Queen Mary's College, Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3HF
Distance: 2.20 miles
Contact: 01256417500
England Secondary Schools
Aldworth School
Address: Aldworth School, Western Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6HA
Distance: 1.19 miles
Contact: 01256322691
Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School
Address: Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School, St Michael's Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6SR
Distance: 0.82 miles
Contact: 01256462661
Nearest Dentists
Dentists near RG23 8HS
SOUTH HAM DENTAL SURGERY
Address: ST ANDREWS CENTRE, WESTERN WAY, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 6ER
Distance: 1.16 miles
Contact: :
CLAREMONT DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 39 WORTING ROAD, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 8TZ
Distance: 1.61 miles
Contact: :
BASINGSTOKE & NTH HAMPSHIRE HOSP
Address: ALDERMASTON ROAD, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG24 9NA
Distance: 1.63 miles
Contact: :
ASSOCIATED DENTAL PRACTICES
Address: BRIGHTON HILL PARADE, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 4EH
Distance: 1.66 miles
Contact: :
BASINGSTOKE ORTHODONTICS
Address: 309 KEMPSHOTT LANE, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 5LY
Distance: 1.74 miles
Contact: :
STANFORD DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 29 STANFORD ROAD, BRIGHTON HILL, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4LQ
Distance: 1.78 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Chemists
Pharmacies near RG23 8HS
PHARMACY LINK
Address: 3 WINKLEBURY CENTRE, WINKLEBURY WAY, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG23 8BU
Distance: 0.62 miles
Contact: tel: 01256 328328
YOUR LOCAL BOOTS PHARMACY
Address: ST ANDREWS MEDICAL CENTRE, ST ANDREWS ROAD, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 6ER
Distance: 1.16 miles
Contact: tel: 01256 479118
ROOKSDOWN PHARMACY
Address: 11 PARK PREWETT ROAD, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG24 9RG
Distance: 1.43 miles
Contact: tel: 01256 320303
BRIGHTON HILL PHARMACY
Address: 3 BRIGHTON HILL PARADE, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4EH
Distance: 1.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01256 322973
NEIL'S PHARMACY
Address: GILLIES HEALTH CENTRE, BRIGHTON HILL PARADE, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4EH
Distance: 1.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01256 841119
SR PHARMACY
Address: 4 KINGS FURLONG CENTRE, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 8YT
Distance: 1.78 miles
Contact: tel: 01256 460390
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near RG23 8HS
PRIME VISION PLUS (OLD BASING MALL)
Address: 3A OLD BASING MALL, BASINGSTOKE, RG21 7AW
Distance: 2.11 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS (BASINGSTOKE)
Address: 15 OLD BASING MALL, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 7LW
Distance: 2.11 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (BASINGSTOKE)
Address: UNIT 5, CHISWICK HOUSE, FESTIVAL PLACE, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 7LD
Distance: 2.14 miles
Contact: :
VISION EXPRESS (BASINGSTOKE)
Address: UNIT 4, CHISWICK HOUSE, FESTIVAL PLACE, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 7LD
Distance: 2.14 miles
Contact: :
LEIGHTONS OPTICIANS (BASINGSTOKE)
Address: 9-11 CHURCH STREET, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 7QG
Distance: 2.14 miles
Contact: :
BUYSPECS DIRECT (BASINGSTOKE)
Address: YARD HOUSE, MAY PLACE, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 7NX
Distance: 2.22 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near RG23 8HS
CAMROSE MEDICAL PARTNERSHIP
Address: ST. ANDREWS MEDICAL CENTRE, WESTERN WAY, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG22 6ER
Distance: 1.16 miles
Contact: :
ROOKSDOWN PRACTICE
Address: PARK PREWETT ROAD, BASINGSTOKE, RG24 9RG
Distance: 1.43 miles
Contact: :
GILLIES HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE
Address: BRIGHTON HILL PARADE, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4EH
Distance: 1.66 miles
Contact: :
CAMROSE GILLIES AND HACKWOOD PARTNERSHIP
Address: BRIGHTON HILL PARADE, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4EH
Distance: 1.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01256 479747
HACKWOOD PARTNERSHIP
Address: ESSEX HOUSE, WORTING ROAD, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG21 8SU
Distance: 1.87 miles
Contact: :
WATERSHIP DOWN HEALTH - OAKLEY
Address: SAINFOIN LANE, OAKLEY, BASINGSTOKE, HAMPSHIRE, RG23 7HZ
Distance: 2.16 miles
Contact: :
Transport Links near RG23 8HS
Train Stations
Nearest stations for postcode: RG23 8HS
- Basingstoke
Basingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NBDistance: 2.80 milesDriving Time: 4.82 minutes - Overton
Overton station, Station Hill, Overton, Hampshire, RG25 3JGDistance: 6.22 milesDriving Time: 9.06 minutes - Bramley (Hampshire)
Bramley station, Sherfield Road, Bramley, Hampshire, RG26 5AGDistance: 7.86 milesDriving Time: 11.19 minutes - Hook
Hook station, Station Approach / Road, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9HSDistance: 10.25 milesDriving Time: 11.46 minutes - Micheldever
Micheldever station, Andover Road, Micheldever, Hampshire, SO21 3APDistance: 10.32 milesDriving Time: 14.36 minutes
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Motorway Junctions near RG23 8HS
Train Stations
Motorway Junctions near RG23 8HS
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
What are the Council Tax Bands for the RG23 8HS Postcode?
| Council Tax Band | Number of Properties |
|---|---|
| Band E | 2 |
| Band F | 16 |
What Addresses are in the RG23 8HS Postcode?
Addresses for Beckett Close, Basingstoke, Hants, which have the RG23 8HS Postcode
Who are my Elected Representatives in the RG23 8HS Postcode?
| Westminster Constituency | Basingstoke Boro Const |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament |  |
| Contact Details | Contact Mrs Maria Miller |
| Political Party | Conservative |
What Council is the RG23 8HS Postcode in?
The Local Council for this Postcode is Basingstoke and Deane District Council and the County Council is Hampshire County Council.
Hampshire County Council is responsible for providing education, libraries and maintaining highways.
Basingstoke and Deane District Council is responsible for duties such as council tax, rubbish collection, housing, environmental health and planning.
You can visit the website for Basingstoke and Deane District at the following link Basingstoke and Deane District.How much is the Council Tax?
Basingstoke and Deane District Council is responsible for collecting council tax. This will vary depending on which council tax band the property falls within. You can check the council tax band at the gov.uk website.
Once you know the council tax band you can view how much Basingstoke and Deane District charge for that band by visiting the The Council Tax section of their website.
Planning Applications
When moving house to a new post code it is worth checking out what will be built in the neighbourhood.
Few people want to live next door to a building site, have their garden overlooked or have the views from their property ruined.
Visit the local planning department and search for planning applications in this postcode granted within the last three years or still awaiting a decision. This will give an indication of what could still be built.
Where can I find out where the nearest Library to the RG23 8HS Postcode is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Hampshire County Council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Hampshire Library ServiceHouse Sales in RG23 8HS
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | £360,000 | £360,000 | £360,000 | 1 |
| 2015 | £462,500 | £462,500 | £462,500 | 1 |
| 2016 | £525,000 | £525,000 | £525,000 | 1 |
| 2018 | £500,000 | £430,000 | £465,000 | 2 |
| 2021 | £475,000 | £475,000 | £475,000 | 1 |
| 2022 | £587,500 | £587,500 | £587,500 | 1 |
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Postcodes near the RG23 8HS Postcode
What Popular Supermarkets are near the RG23 8HS Postcode?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Lidl, Worting Road, Basingstoke, RG22 6PE | 1.28 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Lidl |
| Aldi, Winklebury Way, BASINGSTOKE, RG23 8BB | 1.90 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Aldi |
| Morrisons, Worting Road, BASINGSTOKE, RG21 8BJ | 2.29 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Morrisons |
| Iceland, Winchester Road, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4AN | 2.44 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Iceland |
| Aldi, The Harrow Way, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4AZ | 2.49 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Aldi |
What Popular Restaurants are near the RG23 8HS Postcode?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| 14 Chelsea House, Basingstoke, RG21 7JR | 2.18 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to 14 Chelsea House |
| Winchester Services, Winchester, SO21 1PP | 11.16 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Winchester Services |
| Winchester Services, Winchester, SO21 1PP | 11.47 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Winchester Services |
| Greenham Road Retail Park, Newbury, RG14 7HZ | 11.63 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to Greenham Road Retail Park |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, West Ham Leisure Park, Worting Road, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 6PG | 0.83 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to McDonald's, West Ham Leisure Park, Worting Road, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 6PG |
| McDonald's, Winchester Road, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4AN | 1.52 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to McDonald's, Winchester Road, BASINGSTOKE, RG22 4AN |
| McDonald's, Market Place, BASINGSTOKE, RG21 7QA | 2.18 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to McDonald's, Market Place, BASINGSTOKE, RG21 7QA |
| McDonald's, A34 Newbury Bypass, Burghclere, NEWBURY, RG20 9BX | 10.61 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to McDonald's, A34 Newbury Bypass, Burghclere, NEWBURY, RG20 9BX |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, Churchill Way, BASINGSTOKE, RG21 7QU | 1.98 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to KFC Basingstoke - The Mall Shopping Centre |
| KFC, Reading Motorway Service Area, Burghfield, READING, RG30 3UQ | 12.01 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to KFC Reading - M4 West Services |
| KFC, Wharf Road, NEWBURY, RG14 5QP | 12.31 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to KFC Newbury - Wharf Road |
| KFC, Fleet Services, FLEET, GU51 1AA | 12.33 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to KFC Fleet - M3 North Services |
| KFC, Fleet Services, FLEET, GU51 1AA | 12.33 miles | Directions from RG23 8HS to KFC Fleet - M3 South Services |