Postcode Analysis Bracknell Forest, South East

RG42 1AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RG42 1AE.

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Population

257

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

81%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: RG42 1AE 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.

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2/10
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8/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 81% economic activity and an average age of 30, RG42 1AE is squarely in the young professional bracket — careers being built, not wound down. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RG42 1AE is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.3km from Roundshill in Bracknell. Administratively it sits within Priestwood and Garth ward and the Bracknell constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — science and business parks with high status workers. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 78% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (67% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for RG42 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00188343 (shared with 715 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RG42 1AE. The average age is 30.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.0%
Asian / British Asian10.6%
Black / African / Caribbean5.1%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

81%Active
FT: 67%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around RG42 1AE is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences61
Shoplifting55
Other theft21
Criminal damage and arson16
Anti-social behaviour11

school Local Schools

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Meadow Vale Primary School

Good627 pupils0.5 km
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King's Academy Binfield

Good781 pupils1.1 km
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Garth Hill College

Good1498 pupils1.2 km
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Wildridings Primary School

Good430 pupils1.2 km
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Kennel Lane School

Good198 pupils1.3 km
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Sandy Lane Primary School

Good1.4 km
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The Brakenhale School

Good1217 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • McColls0.5 km
  • Twin Bridges Service Station (Euro Garages)0.5 km
  • Poundland0.9 km
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Wickes0.4 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.8 km
  • Premier Inn0.7 km
  • The Admirals Inn Guest House0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Downshire Arms0.8 km
  • Waitrose Sports and Social Club0.9 km
  • Admiral Cunningham0.4 km
  • The Bridge House0.2 km
  • Weather Vane / Brewers Fayre0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • Cafe Express0.7 km
  • Elior Catering at 3M0.8 km
  • Express Cafe0.7 km
  • Maxis 2 Cafe0.4 km
  • Partners Dining Room Waitrose Jubilee House0.8 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • WM Morrisons Supermarket Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Bracknell Burger Van0.9 km
  • Chef2table Limited0.8 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
  • Pizza World/Charcoal Grill0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bracknell1.1 km
  • Martins Heron3.4 km
  • Wokingham5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Trinity Court0.1 km
  • Trinity Court0.1 km
  • Easthampstead Road0.2 km
  • Milbanke Way0.2 km
  • Milbanke Way0.2 km