RG17 0BJ is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Park Close, 1.2km from Eddington in Hungerford. Administratively it sits within Hungerford & Kintbury ward and the Newbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG17, RG17 0BJ offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k, down 3.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for RG17 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00082323 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD PARK CLOSE, RG17 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD PARK CLOSE, RG17 0BJ.
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£ 46,500 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG17 0BJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. RG17 0BJ's 70% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 3.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG17 0BJ. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 225,500
17 sales · Mean £ 230,000
Semi-Detached
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG17 0BJ has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hungerford Primary School
John O'Gaunt School
Hungerford Nursery School Centre for Children
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Hungerford Cricket Club0.3 km
- Borough Arms0.3 km
- Hungerford Club, The0.6 km
- Hungerford Rugby Club0.5 km
- John O'Gaunt, The0.8 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Kiosk, The0.6 km
- One Stop Convenience Store0.1 km
- Christian Alba's Traditional Butchers0.7 km
- J&P Store Ltd1.0 km
- Naked Grape,The0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Amore Italian Restaurant1.0 km
- Coffee #10.6 km
- Costa0.7 km
- Moonlight Restaurant0.3 km
- Redwood Restaurant0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hungerford Fish & Chips0.3 km
- Hungerford Gourmet Oriental0.7 km
- Hungerford Rugby Club - Small Kitchen0.6 km
- Hungerford Kebab House0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bear, The0.9 km
- Three Swans Hotel, The0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Operative Food, The0.9 km
- Co-Operative Food, The0.7 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hungerford0.7 km
- Kintbury5.1 km
- Bedwyn6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Atherton Crescent0.1 km
- Atherton Crescent0.1 km
- Priory Close0.2 km
- Bulpit Lane0.2 km
- Church Way Foot0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RG170BJ · Data under Open Government Licence