Built-up area in Basingstoke and Deane, Hampshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.356, -1.139 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 60 62 |
| Population: | 15,836 |
| Dialling code: | 01256 (Basingstoke) |
Tadley is a small town in the borough of Basingstoke and Deane, in Hampshire, England, sitting close to the Berkshire border and within easy reach of Reading and Basingstoke. It has a semi‑rural setting of farmland, heaths and footpaths, and works as both a commuter base for nearby employment centres and a local hub with a compact high street, pubs and green spaces that give it a village‑like feel.
Historically rooted in agriculture, Tadley expanded in the 20th century as workers settled near scientific and defence employers in the area, notably at Aldermaston. Today the town is family‑oriented with schools, sports clubs and active community groups, a mix of small businesses and commuters, and a steady programme of local events that help preserve a strong neighbourhood spirit.
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