Parish in Basingstoke and Deane, Hampshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.251, -1.209 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 55 50 |
| Dialling code: | 01256 (Basingstoke) |
Deane is a small, largely rural civil parish within the borough of Basingstoke and Deane in Hampshire, not far from the town of Basingstoke. It retains a quietly agricultural character of rolling fields, hedgerows and scattered farmsteads, with a low population spread across a few small settlements rather than a single large village.
Locally the area is notable for its sense of history and community - old stone buildings, manor houses and a parish church hint at medieval roots, while the present-day economy mixes farming with residents who commute to nearby towns. Social life tends to centre on village amenities such as the hall and pub, and the network of lanes and footpaths makes it popular with walkers exploring the Hampshire countryside.
RG25 3AT, RG25 3AR, RG25 3AX, RG25 3AS, RG23 7EL, RG23 7ER