RG19 3FY is a sought-after residential area on Blackdown Way, 0.6km from Thatcham in Thatcham. Administratively it sits within Thatcham Central ward and the Newbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RG19, RG19 3FY offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k, up 2.2% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for RG19 3FY are sourced from Output Area E00082500 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKDOWN WAY, RG19 3FY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKDOWN WAY, RG19 3FY.
319
43
£ 56,000 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RG19 3FY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. RG19 3FY's low deprivation rank, 73% ownership, and £290k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 2.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG19 3FY. The average age is 42.9. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 289,950
21 sales · Mean £ 300,985
Detached
£ 370,000
1 sales · Mean £ 370,000
Terraced
£ 251,500
8 sales · Mean £ 263,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RG19 3FY has low crime rates — 19 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
Spurcroft Primary School
Kennet School
Thatcham Park CofE Primary
Parsons Down Junior School
Parsons Down Infant School
Whitelands Park Primary School
Francis Baily Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- B D Crayden0.6 km
- Vanillo0.5 km
- Thatcham Community Market0.5 km
- Cook & Butcher0.5 km
- Indulgent Baker by Warings,The0.6 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Bella Vita0.6 km
- Pop Inn Cafe0.6 km
- Thatcham Tandoori0.5 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Jade Cottage Restaurant & Kings Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-Operative Food, The0.9 km
- Co-Operative Food Store, The0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Baguette de France0.5 km
- Papadom Indian Takeaway0.5 km
- Pizza House0.5 km
- Ali Baba0.5 km
- Crown Mead Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Paggies Bar0.6 km
- Crickets0.6 km
- White Hart, The0.6 km
- Old Chequers, The0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thatcham1.4 km
- Newbury Racecourse3.3 km
- Newbury Station4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Nevil Court0.1 km
- Nevil Court0.1 km
- Wenlock Way0.1 km
- Wenlock Way0.2 km
- Braemore Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RG193FY · Data under Open Government Licence