RG18 0SG is a safe, established residential area on Water Street, 0.2km from Hampstead Norreys in Hampstead Norreys. Administratively it sits within Ridgeway ward and the Newbury constituency.
For families considering a move, RG18 0SG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for RG18 0SG are sourced from Output Area E00082267 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WATER STREET, RG18 0SG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATER STREET, RG18 0SG.
291
42
£ 70,300 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG18 0SG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates RG18 0SG — age 42, 76% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG18 0SG. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG18 0SG has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hampstead Norreys C.E. Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- White Hart, The0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Goring & Streatley8.4 km
- Thatcham10.3 km
- Pangbourne10.4 km
Bus Stops
- Water Street0.0 km
- Water Street0.2 km
- Hampstead Norreys Primary School0.3 km
- St Mary the Virgin Church0.4 km
- St Mary the Virgin Church0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RG180SG · Data under Open Government Licence